Police cadets going through various stages of training. Walking with fake guns in a simulation. Participating in hand-to-hand combat. Driving in police cars.
For over 30 years, Anne Arundel Community College’s Police Academy has prepared recruits for careers in law enforcement across Maryland and beyond. Now training its next recruit class, the academy continues a tradition of rigorous instruction, real-world preparation, and strong partnerships with local, state, and federal agencies.
Graduates leave ready to serve in a profession that demands skill, judgment, and commitment.
The Police Academy attracts motivated individuals from many backgrounds, including:
If you’re committed to serving your community and ready for a challenge, this program may be your next move.
“When I first started, it was a struggle,” he said. But once he got into the rhythm, he realized he could succeed. He put in extra hours and excelled in one of the most rigorous programs – AACC’s Police Academy.
Read Ki'Jay's StoryGraduates of AACC’s Police Academy are working in agencies across nearly every corner of Maryland, as well as in federal and specialized roles.
Alumni have been hired by organizations including:
This broad placement reflects the academy’s strong reputation and long-standing relationships within the law enforcement community.
If your agency or employer may support your training, we can help you start that conversation.
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Interests: Travel, baking, coaching and community service.
A Little More: Before coming to AACC, Reynaldo was a Baltimore Police Department police agent and detective in the Background Investigation and Recruitment division. He held the rank of police lieutenant and then chief of police for the Fairmount Police Department in Fairmount.