The Iowa Law Enforcement Academy only accepts applicants for the Basic Academy who have been hired by an agency in the state of Iowa. There is no general admission to the Basic Academy.
Yes. Due to legal changes sponsorship, is now an option for application to the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy. We now accept students not yet hired but who are instead sponsored by Iowa Law Enforcement Agencies.
No. Reserve officers function under Chapter 80D of The Code of Iowa. Their training is provided by the law enforcement agency for which they are appointed.