Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy Home Courses Facility Usage About Us Contact Covid-19 Resources Preservice Preservice Summary This program provides qualified applicants with the opportunity to gain certified entry-level law enforcement training at their own expense; making them sought after in the marketplace among potential law enforcement employers. Peace Officer Basic, Detention Officer Basic, and Public Safety Communications Personnel Basic courses are available. Course Fees: The Montgomery G.I Bill, Wyoming Workforce Investment Act, as well as the WLEA Deferred Payment Plan are available Application Fee: $400 All Courses, Non-Refundable Peace Officer Basic: $4,600 Detention Officer Basic: $2,300 Public Safety Communications Basic: $900 Process Submit application and $400 non-refundable application fee. Upon acceptance of the application, applicants deemed to meet the initial qualifications will be invited to complete the following at WLEA: Participate in and pass the WLEA Physical Fitness Assessment at the same standards as basic students. Participate in and pass P.O.S.T Test with a minimum performance standard of 70%. Participate in an initial interview with a background investigator Participate in a psychological evaluation If the above conditions are achieved, a thorough background investigation is conducted and submitted to the Basic Programs Manager for review. Upon the recommendation of the Basic Programs Manager the candidate is invited to attend a future Basic Course. IMPORTANT Courses may be modified due to COVID-19 Restrictions Download Preservice Handbook Applicant Requirements Be a United States Citizen Possess a high school graduate or equivalent Possess a valid driver's license Have no convictions of any crime(s) punishable by imprisonment in a Federal or State Correctional Facility Be a person of good moral character as determined through a background investigation Be free of any physical, emotional, or mental condition that would adversely affect the performance of the duties of a Peace Officer, Detention Officer, or Public Safety Communications Officer as determined by a complete medical examination and comprehensive psychological test Pass a rigorous physical fitness assessment (Peace Officer and Detention Officer Only) If you are interested in the Preservice Program, contact us at wlea@wyo.gov Additional Resources Fitness Standards AAB Committee Resources Pre-Service CTAB Committee Careers POST Resources DTAB Committee Newsletter ©2021 State of Wyoming