Recognition of Prior Training and Experience (RPTE) programs are offered as a waiver of mandatory basic police training and may be granted to a person who was previously a police officer in Michigan, another state, or to a Michigan pre-service candidate who is seeking additional years of eligibility. (Source: MCOLES 2006)

The eligibility rules and procedures for participating in this program are administered by MCOLES. Complete information on program and test dates along with an application for the RPTE programs may be obtained online with the link provided.

All applicants for the Recognition of Prior Training and Experience process are required to complete and submit an application to MCOLES before registering at Macomb. If you have further questions regarding eligibility or for an application please contact Ms. Sandra Luther at 517.322.6608.

Macomb Community College Criminal Justice Training Center is proud to work in cooperation with Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) to provide both the RPTE Testing and Full Program. These programs are offered at Macomb College's Emergency Services Training Center located in Clinton Township, MI. Once you have received authorization from MCOLES, you must contact Macomb College to register for the Recognition of Prior Training test only or the full program.

Please view our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) at your convenience.

To register at Macomb, download and submit the Registration Form or contact Larry West at 586.498.4065.