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About the Academy
Upon passing the exam, the next step towards your journey as an officer is joining the New York City Police Academy. Built on a solid foundation of public safety, the Police Academy provides recruits with the training and resources necessary to meet the challenges of tomorrow in an ever-changing and complex world.
As the NYPD grows in both size and mission, we’ve expanded our training to include the latest in Counter Terrorism and Intelligence programs, more community outreach, and greater focus on quality of life. The Police Academy provides what our Police Officers and all New Yorkers deserve: the most advanced law enforcement training facility anywhere in the world.
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