PACE Police Training

PACE Background Investigations provide your agency with standardized procedures, interviews, and reports. This approach ensures that every applicant is evaluated consistently, allowing for a fair and thorough assessment of each candidate.

 

The Police Applicant Background Investigation is the most critical component in the hiring process for new officers. While applicants can prepare for and pass physical tests and oral interviews, the background investigation is designed to uncover the applicant’s true character and suitability for the role.

 

To ensure the background investigation process is both thorough and consistent, the PACE investigation method is employed. Through this method, students learn to apply a comprehensive, repeatable, and standardized vetting process. This helps agencies identify and select the best possible candidates.

 

Upon completion of the course, students are given access to the PACE Police Training online document library. This resource includes a variety of forms designed to help organize and streamline the background investigation process.

 

The use of PACE forms enables agencies to develop complete and standardized documentation for every applicant. These forms assist the hiring team in conducting a thorough assessment of each candidate’s strengths, weaknesses, and character traits.

 

TOPICS COVERED:

• Establishing a standardized process

• Utilizing release forms

• Identifying sources of information

• Applying investigative and interview techniques

• Conducting financial history analyses

• Performing online searches

• Examining social media presence

• Completing necessary reference checks

• Administering applicant interview questionnaires

• Verifying military service

• Confirming college education

• Understanding ADA considerations when hiring police officers

• Producing clear and concise reports

 

LENGTH OF CLASS: 8 hours