Each applicant must pass thorough exams provided by the City of Lubbock, including tests for drug dependency or illegal drug use. Each applicant will be given a polygraph examination to detect deception in pertinent areas. Applicants will interview with Chief Walker. Those successfully completing this final stage will be hired as Probationary Police Officers. Classroom instruction includes criminal justice, criminal investigation, basic law and police procedures.
Training also includes firearms, defensive tactics and physical training.
Successful completion of the Academy requires passing a state peace officer licensing exam. Officers ride with training officers and are extensively evaluated on their ability to apply Academy training to on-duty service. After successfully completing this program, officers are assigned to any of four shifts. Full Civil Service status is reached after one year of service from the date of entry into the Academy.