Police Academy Orientation Review

Questions and Answers

Who is the Director of the Criminal Justice Training Center?

Rex White

What number should a Cadet call to avoid being marked 'tardy'?

221-8505

When is a Cadet considered 'tardy' without calling in?

Roll Call

Returning from break

Returning from lunch

All of the above (correct)

What happens after a 3rd tardy?

written warning Signup and view all the answers

The Academy notebook must be hand printed in ______ format.

Standard outline Signup and view all the answers

What color ink is allowed in the Academy notebook?

Black Signup and view all the answers

Without the help of notes, less than ____% of the material is retained.

20 Signup and view all the answers

How is note taking defined?

A digest in the student's own words of the important ideas presented Signup and view all the answers

What does note taking involve?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the punishment for a 1st time tardy?

Verbal warning Signup and view all the answers

What is the punishment for a 2nd tardy?

Verbal warning Signup and view all the answers

How many hours of Academy instruction can a Cadet miss?

50 Signup and view all the answers

How should a Cadet appeal termination?

in writing only within 24 hours of termination, directed to the Director Signup and view all the answers

What is considered an 'Honor Violation' regarding notification of arrest?

Fail to notify the Academy Coordinator within 48 hours of any offense Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimal passing score on exams?

80% Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimal passing score on the 1st Responder exam?

85% Signup and view all the answers

How many tests in a row can a Cadet fail and still remain in the program?

2 Signup and view all the answers

How many 're-tests' is each Cadet allowed during the Academy?

2 Signup and view all the answers

What must a Cadet pass during their time in the Academy?

mid-term and the final Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Criminal Justice Training Center

Director: Rex White

Attendance and Tardiness

A cadet must call 221-8505 to avoid being marked tardy if running late.
Tardiness is considered if a cadet is late to roll call, returning from break, or returning from lunch.
A third tardy results in a written warning.

Academy Notebook Requirements

The notebook must be hand printed in standard outline format.
Only black ink is permitted for entries.

Note Taking

Retention without notes is below 20%.
Note-taking is a digest of essential ideas in the student's own words.
It requires listening, hearing, and comprehension to be effective.

Tardy Consequences

A first and second tardy results in a verbal warning.

Absences and Appeals

A cadet cannot miss more than 50 hours of instruction.
Terminated cadets can appeal in writing within 24 hours to the Director.

Honor Violation

Cadets must notify the Academy Coordinator within 48 hours of any arrest.

Exam Requirements

Minimum passing score on exams: 80%.
Minimum score on the 1st Responder exam: 85%.
Cadets cannot fail two tests in a row to remain in the program.
Each cadet is allowed two retests; failing a retest results in program dismissal.
Cadets must pass both the mid-term and final examinations.

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Test your knowledge with this orientation review for the University of Houston-Downtown Police Academy. This quiz covers important information that every cadet should know, including key contacts and attendance policies. Perfect for preparing before classes begin!