As National Police Week (May 11 - 17, 2025) approaches, Monroe County Community College's Criminal Justice Program and the Michigan State Police are working together to prepare the next generation of police officers by hosting a Monroe County Law Enforcement Career Academy from Monday, June 16 - Friday, June 20, 2025, for individuals age 16 - 21.
According to Dan Wood, assistant professor of criminal justice at MCCC, the MCLECA, now in its fourth year, provides participants the opportunity to to experience the criminal justice system from the perspective of a police recruit and explore if a career as a police officer, deputy sheriff or state trooper is for them.
MCLECA participants will be mentored by Michigan State Police troopers and officers from other local agencies, Wood said. They will learn what it is like to be a law enforcement officer by getting hands-on experience through activities like moderate physical fitness, patrol activities, first aid and CPR training, defensive tactics and crime scene investigation.
Registration is required. To request registration materials or have questions please email danielwood@monroeccc.edu.