(File Photo of a Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Car)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(Harrisburg, PA) Pennsylvania Capitol Police Department (CPD) Superintendent Joe Jacob announced today that individuals interested in a law enforcement career who have not yet obtained their Act 120 certification, which is Pennsylvania’s required credential for municipal police officers, may now apply for the January 2027 Capitol Police Recruit Program.
Applications will be accepted through August 14th, 2026 for this program, which covers the full cost for candidates that are qualified to attend the six-month Act 120 certification police academy through Harrisburg Area Community College while earning benefits and a full-time salary.
Recruits are full-time employees of the state of Pennsylvania throughout their time at the academy.
After graduation, recruits need to complete a comprehensive field training program before they become sworn Pennsylvania Capitol Police officers.
According to a release from the Pennsylvania Department of General Services, key requirements for applicants include:
- Being at least 21 years of age on or before completion of the academy
- Possessing a valid driver’s license
- Successfully passing a physical fitness/agility test
- Successfully completing a background investigation
- Successfully completing a psychological evaluation
You can apply for the January 2027 Capitol Police Recruit Program and get more information by going to the Pennsylvania Capitol Police website by clicking here.











