Regional Academies
Training is not limited to ILEA. Training also takes place at regional academies across the state. Cedar Rapids Police Academy, Des Moines Police Academy, and the Department of Public Safety (DPS) Academy train their own officers. These academies range from 17-22 weeks in length.
Western Iowa Tech Community College trains recruits through a shortened academy. Those attending must;
- Have a two or four year criminal justice or police science degree with at least 20 credit hours dedicated to the degree program.
For questions regarding registration to the regional academies, please contact Donna Hallstrom.