Academy Life FAQs
Yes. You must provide your own detergent.
No. You must bring your own toiletries.
Yes, linens are provided.
At the beginning of the FWC specific training, standard issue uniforms will be provided.
You should bring clothing appropriate to the weather conditions for after hours and weekend activities. Note: The average low temperature is 42 degrees in the winter and the average high temperature is 92 degrees in the summer.
You will be supplied three meals daily during the work week; however, you must provide your own meals on the weekends. Small refrigerators are provided in each dormitory room for storage of small food items.
Yes, as long as there is no training event scheduled.
Typically, classes start at 0800 hours and end at 1700 hours. However, depending on what topics are being covered, there may be nighttime or weekend involved activities. Recruits will know well in advance so appropriate arrangements can be made.
Yes. FWC recruits participate in physical fitness training drills 4 to 5 days per week.
A good pair of running shoes and socks and for females, a quality sports bra and compression type undershorts are recommended.
No. Firearms are provided during the basic recruit academy. After passing the state law enforcement examination and beginning FWC agency specific (breakout) training, a Glock 9mm is issued. Depending upon assignment and specific need, other weapons will be supplied as needed.
Calls that would interrupt class are not permitted. Telephones are available in dormitory rooms for making local calls and outside calls can be received as well.
You will be given an address to receive mail once you arrive at the FWC Training Center.
No.
Personal firearms will not be allowed on academy grounds.
Parking spaces are provided in the dormitory parking lot.
If you are injured during FWC or academy activities, your medical needs will be provided for as a state employee. If you become ill or are injured off duty not related to FWC or academy activities, you are responsible for your care and treatment. However, academy staff should still be notified and may be able to assist you.
Yes, to the extent you will need to provide for basic personal needs and after hour activities (travel, entertainment, toiletries, etc.).
Visitors can meet recruits in the dormitory lobby but are not permitted to go to individual rooms. Visits must not interrupt academy operations.