NYPD Exam Study Cards QUESTIONS
WELL ANSWERED 2025/2026
what is the primary goal of a police academy - correct answer ✔✔to equip recruits with the
knowledge, skills, and ethical foundation required for law enforcement
how long does police academy typically last - correct answer ✔✔between 12 weeks and 6
months, depending on jurisdiction and academy type
name 2 key expectations of recruits in the academy - correct answer ✔✔discipline and
adaptability
what are to main components of police academy training - correct answer ✔✔physical training
and academic instruction
why is professionalism emphasized in the academy - correct answer ✔✔it mirrors the standards
required in law enforcement and builds community trust
what is the role of field training in the academy - correct answer ✔✔to provide hands-on,
practical experience in real-world policing scenarios
what does "scenario-based training" refer to in the academy - correct answer ✔✔training that
simulates real-life law enforcement situations to build decision-making and response skills
what type of mindset is critical for succeeding in the police academy - correct answer ✔✔a
growth mindset with a willingness to learn and improve
WELL ANSWERED 2025/2026
what is the primary goal of a police academy - correct answer ✔✔to equip recruits with the
knowledge, skills, and ethical foundation required for law enforcement
how long does police academy typically last - correct answer ✔✔between 12 weeks and 6
months, depending on jurisdiction and academy type
name 2 key expectations of recruits in the academy - correct answer ✔✔discipline and
adaptability
what are to main components of police academy training - correct answer ✔✔physical training
and academic instruction
why is professionalism emphasized in the academy - correct answer ✔✔it mirrors the standards
required in law enforcement and builds community trust
what is the role of field training in the academy - correct answer ✔✔to provide hands-on,
practical experience in real-world policing scenarios
what does "scenario-based training" refer to in the academy - correct answer ✔✔training that
simulates real-life law enforcement situations to build decision-making and response skills
what type of mindset is critical for succeeding in the police academy - correct answer ✔✔a
growth mindset with a willingness to learn and improve
