Participants are taught the basics of criminal law, search and seizure, patrol techniques, and many other law enforcement related subjects.
Training is of the highest quality.
The curriculum is current, timely and responsive to the needs of the community served. Additionally, special emphasis is placed on verbal skills and dealing with individuals of diminished capacity. The core training offered at the LETC is the Basic Police Officer Course, which is designed to provide training in all aspects of law enforcement, blended with unique topics related to working in a health care setting. Emphasis is placed on helping the police officer deal with the special needs of veteran patients. Approximately 270 newly appointed VA Police officers attend the basic course annually.