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Sample Weekly Schedule

A typical week for a police academy recruit is filled with a variety of instructional periods, skill area training, and examinations in order to prepare the recruits for a successful career in law enforcement. An example of an average week is shown below:

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

06:30 - 07:30

Physical
Training

Physical
Training

Physical
Training

08:00 - 12:00

Classroom
Instruction

Skill Area
Instruction

Classroom
Instruction

Skill Area
Instruction

Examination

12:00 - 13:00

Lunch

Lunch

Lunch

Lunch

Lunch

13:00 - 17:00

Classroom
Instruction

Classroom
Instruction

Classroom
Instruction

Classroom
Instruction

Scenario
Training

Page last modified February 12, 2026