Central Missouri Police AcademyWelcome to CMPA
The Missouri Safety Center and the Central Missouri Police Academy (CMPA) are part of the Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies at the University of Central Missouri.
Interested in becoming a CMPA Cadet? Scroll down to learn more and Apply Now!
Interested in sponsoring a cadet? Contact us at our new email: recruitcmpa@ucmo.edu. Include the cadet(s) name and your contact information and we will make the connection!
CMPA in Action
Missouri P.O.S.T. Licensed
for basic law enforcement training established in
Chapter 590 of the Missouri Revised Statutes
Experiential Learning
Real-world practical application throughout the Academy with experts in the field.
Recruitment
More than 95% of our cadets finish the program with a job offer or conditional offer upon graduation. APPLY NOW!
Certificates
The program awards a POST Certificate upon successful completion and credit for prior learning towards a UCM degree.
Community Engagement
Cadets are involved in activities that support our local communities throughout the program.
Unique Experiences
Relevant activities for cadets and encounters they may have in the field. 200+ supplemental hours are added to the curriculum.
Technical Skills
Build your technical skills as a law enforcement officer with handgun and long gun firearms training as required by Missouri P.O.S.T.
Ready to start your career in law enforcement? Click here to Apply Now!
The CMPA Code
