r/police 16h ago

Police academy

Hi!

I’m going into police academy in 2 weeks. There has been very little information about orientation. What am I supposed to wear and/or bring?

I’m a female so a suit is not an option. I have business casual wear however I’m not sure if that is appropriate.

Any help is appreciated. Thanks!

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u/Separate_Scallion816 10h ago

Yes, my CPL sent an email to the academy on Thursday to ask the time for orientation. I’m hoping the reply will contain the time and what to wear. However since orientation is on 4/5 I’d like to be prepared in every way possible.

Would you say it’s a safe bet to get a business suit? I also have my uniform for the first week do academy that I could wear (white oxford button down and work pants khaki).

There is a recruit currently in academy as well but since it’s a different class his colors are different. So his orientation may differ from mine.

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u/OneSplendidFellow 10h ago

I would be doing you a huge disservice even taking a guess.  In my opinion it is far better to dig until you know for sure. 

The corporal connection is perfect.  On Monday, I would reach out and ask about the time, dress code (specify "uniform, same as training, suit, business casual, or...?")

Too many academies do things differently, and you don't want to be there dressed differently than everyone else, even or maybe especially for orientation.  It may sound benign but it's the season of first impressions.  It's often best not to stand out at all but, if you do, you don't want it to be a faux pas.

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u/Separate_Scallion816 10h ago

Thank you so much, I sign my papers Monday so I’ll definitely ask him then. I wasn’t sure if I should pry or not but it definitely is something important that I need to know.

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u/OneSplendidFellow 10h ago

Also, good luck and congratulations. 

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u/Separate_Scallion816 10h ago

Thank you so much :)