Defensive firearms training in Belleville, Illinois

The Southwestern Illinois College Police Academy, located at 2300 West Main Street in Belleville, Illinois, is a comprehensive training facility for aspiring law enforcement officers. Offering a full-time academy with seats available for hired officers, SWIPA provides a well-rounded education that combines academia with real-world practitioners. Graduates of the academy are state certified individuals equipped to meet the entry level requirements of local or county law enforcement agencies in Illinois. The academy's basic training course covers a wide range of topics including ethics, legal issues, community policing, investigative skills, firearms training, and defensive tactics. With a focus on interactive learning and close relationships between recruits and experienced law enforcement professionals, SWIPA ensures that its curriculum is up-to-date and tailored to meet the needs of modern law enforcement agencies.