The Louisiana State Police is calling all prospective cadets to apply for their upcoming 109th Cadet Class. Announced as a part of its continuous commitment to public safety and high standards of law enforcement, the State Police will be putting recruits through an exhaustive 24-week academy that aims to cultivate proficient Louisiana State Troopers. Details regarding the curriculum were shared, setting expectations for advanced training that include but are not limited to firearms proficiency, tactical driving, and implicit bias recognition.
Applications are open, setting a January 6, 2026, deadline for all interested parties, as reported by the Louisiana State Police website. The Cadet Class, scheduled to begin on June 28, 2026, is accessible to candidates who either have two years of certified peace officer experience, sixty semester hours of college education, a combination of the two, or three years of active military duty since October 1, 2001. One of the key considerations of the program is its embrace of core values that reflect the proud tradition of the LSP.
In an effort to modernize the force and respond to societal demands, the State Police has made efforts to ensure that its training exceeds the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) requirements. "Cadets will receive advanced training that exceeds POST standards, covering firearms proficiency, tactical driving, defensive tactics, de-escalation techniques, advanced crash investigation, lawful use of force, implicit bias recognition, and the core values that make LSP a proud tradition," the Louisiana State Police outlines on its website.
The quest to join the ranks of the Louisiana State Police requires applicants to submit their applications through the State Police Commission's official website. The digital process streamlines applicants' experience by offering downloadable forms at the LSP's dedicated portal. Individuals hoping to don the uniform of a Louisiana State Trooper should ensure their eligibility and complete their application submissions by the pronounced deadline.
