Northern Arizona Regional Training Academy

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1 Northern Arizona Regional Training Academy Welcome! On behalf of my academy staff, I want to welcome you to the Northern Arizona Regional Training Academy. The goal of our Basic Training Program is to provide you with the highest quality law enforcement training so that you may acquire the needed knowledge, develop necessary skills, and become confident in your ability to become a successful peace officer. You will soon discover that the law enforcement profession is one of high demands and self-rewards. Along the way, you will be challenged with a rigorous training program to help prepare you to perform the duties of a peace officer. Pat Ruiz, Academy Commander About The Academy NARTA is regional training center serving city, county, tribal, and state law enforcement agencies throughout the state of Arizona. Recruits must be sponsored by an agency before entering the academy. The training center is housed at the Yavapai College Prescott Valley Campus in Prescott Valley, Arizona. Drivers and Firearms Training, and Stop and Approach are held at off-campus locations. Mission "Northern Arizona Regional Training Academy is dedicated to provide the highest quality of basic law enforcement training to the diverse law enforcement agencies thought the state of Arizona, through effective instruction and leadership." Philosophy The basic training program is designed to introduce recruits to law enforcement work. The training provided will be demanding, as is the job of law enforcement. The experience at NARTA will challenge you mentally, physically, and academically, while at the same time, lay a foundation for advanced training. In order to assure the best possible chance of future success, attention to detail, individual responsibility, self-discipline, autonomy, and teamwork, amongst other qualities will be stressed and required. The academy staff will provide a positive, professional environment for recruits so they may acquire needed knowledge, develop necessary physical skills, and become confident in their ability to become successful peace officers. 1

2 Training Program Basic Training: This program is a 20-week course encompassing 800 training hours. The program includes an Intoxilyzer 8000 Operation Certification, Impaired Driver Detection, Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus Training/Wet Workshop, Taser Certification, and Response to Active Shooter. Standards of Conduct - The law enforcement profession demands honesty, integrity, and moral decency from its members. To foster this type of behavior, recruits will be expected to abide by the academy's Standards of Conduct. Standards of Conduct All recruits will work together and strive to obtain a high degree of cooperation and teamwork. They shall treat one another and staff with respect and courtesy. Recruits are also required to conduct their private and professional lives in such a manner as to avoid discredit upon themselves, the academy, and their agency. Ethical Decisions Would my loved ones be proud or ashamed? Am I acting out of anger, lust, greed, or peer pressure? Is it worth my job, career, and reputation? Is my choice legal? Training Standards The academy is required by Arizona Peace Officer's and Standards Training (AzPOST) to ensure that each graduate of basic training meets specific minimum performance objectives. NARTA meets this legal duty by enforcing the following training standards. Assignments & Examinations Recruits will be assigned a variety of written assignments and shall be tested frequently to measure knowledge gained and retained by the student. All assignments given to recruits are expected to be completed and submitted within the time frame specified. Recruits are required to maintain a minimum passing grade of 70% in each of the functional area testing blocks. Recruits must also maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of not less than 70%. In the event a block of instruction is failed, the recruit will be provided remedial training before being re-tested. Recruits who do not achieve a passing score on a remedial examination will be dismissed from the Academy. Additionally, a recruit who fails a third examination will also be dismissed. 2

3 Physical Conditioning Standards Law enforcement officers that maintain a high degree of physical conditioning are less prone to be effected by the stressful conditions of the job, sustain fewer injuries, and utilize less leave time related to illness. NARTA's physical conditioning program combines strength training and cardiovascular training to help students develop good exercise habits and to improve their fitness level throughout the academy. Recruits participate in the Academy's physical conditioning program which is based on standards developed by the Cooper Institute for Aerobic Research. Recruits are required to pass the Cooper s Standard Fitness Test with an overall average of 40% in the below areas. Any recruit failing to meet these standards will not be admitted into the Northern Arizona Regional Training Academy. 1.5 Mile Run 15:20 or less Sit-ups 31 in one minute Push-ups 29 in one minute Recruits are also required to participate in physical conditioning training and testing as determined by the Police Officer Physical Aptitude Test (POPAT). Police Officer Physical Aptitude Test (POPAT) AzPOST rules require each graduate to complete all five of the activities in the POPAT test and achieve a minimum specified score. Failure to achieve this minimum standard will result in dismissal from the Academy. Uniform, Grooming Agency Uniforms For the first few weeks, all recruits will be required to wear appropriate business attire. This consists of a button-down white shirt, black necktie, black dress pants, and running shoes. Recruits will begin wearing agency uniforms at the discretion of the class sergeant. Recruits must have their agency uniforms available no later than the beginning of the third week of training. Required uniform articles consist of: Agency short or long-sleeve shirt as designated by the class sergeant Agency pants Agency belt Agency authorized uniform shoe or boot Crew neck T-shirt with no markings (color authorized by individual agencies) Gun/Utility belt (when directed) Sports/running brassiere (females) Agency-approved socks Small pocket size notepad and 2 pens 3

4 Physical Training Uniforms The physical training uniform consists of NARTA inscribed, navy blue t-shirts, navy blue shorts, navy blue sweat suits, and solid white no see-um athletic socks, athletic shoes, mouthpiece, sports/running brassiere (female), athletic supporter and athletic cup (males -when required). Authorized uniforms are available from Action Graphics 550 N. Washington Ave, Ste A Prescott, AZ (928) The physical conditioning program involves strength and aerobic conditioning exercises. It is highly recommended that recruits invest in a good pair of running shoes to aid in the prevention of injury. Grooming Standards Recruits shall maintain the highest standards of personal hygiene. Hair may be worn in contemporary styles, but shall not touch the top of the shirt collar at the back of the neck, and no lower than the top of the ear at the sides when the officer is in a standing position with the head in normal posture. Hair shall at all times be neatly trimmed, clean and combed. Multi-colored hairstyles are prohibited. Females with long hair must wear it in a bun or other appropriate styles. Sideburns will not extend below the mid-ear. Mustaches shall not extend below the corner of the mouth or hang below the upper lip. Beards are prohibited. Earrings, bracelets (other than medical ID) necklaces, chokers, brooches or other items of jewelry that constitute a safety hazard are prohibited. Wedding bands are permitted. Housing, Parking & Meal Information Housing Residence Hall Information Housing at Yavapai College in Prescott is available for recruits living outside a 50-mile radius of NARTA headquarters. This information is provided to assist you in planning your stay at Yavapai College, 1100 E. Sheldon in Prescott. There are laundry facilities (free of charge), study rooms, recreation areas and TV rooms, a community kitchen. Each room has a private bath. Basic cable is provided. Each room is wired for phones with local access and credit card or collect calls. The following are suggestions of what you may want to bring to make your stay more comfortable: Alarm clock Bath mat/shower curtain Bedspread & Blankets Fan Iron/Hangers Laundry bag/basket 4

5 Pillows Reading lamp Refrigerator, no larger than 3.5' x 2.5' Sheets (36"x80 x7 ) Toilet paper Towels Computer/printer w/surge protector Wastebasket & liners Microwave (under 700 watts)/coffee maker As a NARTA representative, recruits are responsible for keeping their rooms in good condition, as periodic inspections will take place. Suggested cleaning items are as follows: All-purpose cleaners Toilet bowl cleaner & brush Laundry soap Glass cleaner/paper towels Also note that: Cooking appliances must be limited to hot pots, small microwaves and refrigerators, coffee makers, and other such items. Any appliance with open coils or heating surfaces such as a toaster, hot plate, burner, etc. are not permitted. Candles, incense, oil lamps and other flammable items are not permitted, for fire safety. Alcohol and illegal drugs are not permitted in the residence halls or on campus. Room changes can be made only with NARTA's approval. Housing Application Please refer to the NARTA student welcome packet to apply for housing. Visit for information. Arriving at NARTA Recruits are expected to be punctual when reporting for duty at the academy. Please plan all personal commitments to avoid conflicts with the academy's schedule. Daily attendance is mandatory except in extreme emergencies. Vehicles & Parking Designated parking for recruits attending NARTA will be on the east side of the facility. This is a tobacco-free school zone and recruits will comply. Recruit vehicles will display current Arizona motor vehicle registration tags. 5

6 Meals All meals during scheduled class time will be provided. All dorm recruits will receive a three meal per day plan during the work week. Community Involvement NARTA recognizes the value of community involvement as a precursor to community-oriented policing. To that end NARTA is involved in many projects in the community to instill a sense of commitment to the community. Some of the projects NARTA has been involved in include: Head Start Adopt A Highway Big Brothers Big Sisters The 100 Club of Arizona Shop With A Cop Special Olympics of Arizona 6