We look forward to welcoming you to the Atlantic Police Academy in September. The following information is provided to help you prepare for the Professional Firefighter program.
Please review information about tuition and fees on the program page.
For other important dates, please see the 2023/2024 Academic Calendar
Cadets will participate in distance learning from their home residence. The learning manager will conduct classes via distance learning. Cadets will be e-mailed instructions prior to the start date of the program.
Cadets will reside in Holland House or Montgomery House and attend face-to-face classes at the Atlantic Police Academy. Accommodation arrangements will be made by the learning manager and instructions will be e-mailed prior to arrival.
A normal week may consist of lectures, lab work, some physical training, and practical scenario training. Some of your training will take place at the Milton Fire School. Regular classes are Monday to Friday, but you will be required to participate in training activities before and after class hours, as well as on some weekends.
Cadets are required to maintain their conduct with the professional standards expected of peace officers. Cadet conduct procedures are outlined in the Core Programs Cadet Code of Conduct/Policy and Procedures manual and will be enforced. Violation of the Cadet Code of Conduct/Policy and Procedures will result in dismissal from the program.
Periodic room and uniform inspections will be held throughout training. Prior to the first inspection, cadets will be shown how to properly make up their room.
You will also be scheduled from time to time as a Fire Watch Cadet at the Atlantic Police Academy. Some shifts will be scheduled over weekends. These duties are considered part of the training process to get you acquainted with shift work and the practical application of station duties, and to ensure the safety and good conduct of your fellow cadets in the Atlantic Police Academy residence.
Successful completion of all aspects of training requires a passing grade of 75% on all academic subjects.
Out-of-province cadets are reminded to bring proof of health care coverage (Medicare card) from their home province.
Please Review the pre-recruit Fitness Manual which will better prepare cadets for the physical training and control tactics portions of the training at the Atlantic Police Academy. You are asked to review this manual and start training well in advance of your arrival.
Professionalism and proper dress and deportment is instilled in cadets while in training. Upon arrival at the Atlantic Police Academy, cadets are to report in the following attire, which will be worn daily until dress uniforms are issued:
In addition, cadets are required to bring the following items:
For on-the-job training (OJT), cadets need to ensure that they have access to appropriate clothing that will meet the various types of weather and demands of their environment. This is especially important for cadets who will be conducting OJT away from their homes.
Male’s hair must be neatly trimmed and tapered above the dress shirt collar with sideburns no lower than a point at the middle of the ear. Moustaches are to be neat and well-trimmed. Other than moustaches, the face must be clean shaven. Female’s hair must be up or worn neatly off the shoulders.
It is MANDATORY that you live in residence during the course. Cadets assigned to Holland House and Montgomery House will have an individual dorm room which includes a private washroom. Dormitories are co-ed, and do not include maid service. Cadets work as a team to keep the dorm clean. Personal stereo equipment is not permitted in the residence; however, computers are allowed (high-speed internet/wi-fi connection available). You will receive instructions on the upkeep of your room. Under no circumstances are alcoholic beverages to be brought into the barracks.
Meals are provided five days a week. Meals are buffet style and provide a good nutritional diet while enrolled in training. If you have any food allergies or specific meal requirements, please advise your Course Learning Manager prior to arrival. This will allow ample time, so arrangements can be made to accommodate your needs.
Graduates from the Atlantic Police Academy made the following recommendation of items to bring while in
training:
Ensure packages are sent to your attention, and include the name of your program
Atlantic Police Academy
P.O. Box 156, 66 Argus Street
Slemon Park, PE
C0B 2A0
Phone: 902-888-6700
Fax: 902-888-6725
