Peace Officer & Public Safety

Ready to start your journey at Hennepin Tech? Learn the skills you’ll need to succeed and follow our simple application process to take the first step toward your career goals.

Licensure Exam Results

The 2024 pass rates for the POST licensure exam is 88%.

Skills Required

To enter the program, you will need to possess:

• • a valid driver’s license

• • pass a criminal background check

• • not be prohibited by state or federal law from possessing a firearm

• • pass a psychological exam that would certify you would not be a harm to yourself or others

• • pass a physical exam which indicates you have sufficient strength, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance to satisfactorily complete the firearms, defensive tactics and patrol tactics included in the skills portion of the program

Program Requirements

• • Peace Officer students are required to purchase and wear a uniform during all Peace Officer courses. More information is available during program orientation.

• • Any student entering the Peace Officer associates or certificate program must meet the Minimum Selection Standards Advisory Form standards

• • All Hennepin Tech students are required to pass a physical fitness test during the skills component. Testing will be conducted on the Concept2 Rower at the 60 percentile according to a person’s age, gender and weight.

• • Applicants must row 2000 meters, scoring at or above the minimum 60 percentile on their test in order to pass the fitness test.

• • The 2000 meter test takes place at the level 5 or damper setting 5 on the flywheel

• • To view requirements, please visit the Minnesota State Trooper Candidate website and enter your age, gender and weight .

Application Process

Applying to Hennepin Tech is easy and straightforward. Follow these simple steps to get started on your educational journey:

1. Submit Your Application
   Visit our Get Started page to complete your application online. As part of the application process, you will need to pay the application fee. This helps us process your materials quickly.
2. Submit Transfer Requests (If Applicable)
   If you have previously completed college courses or earned a degree, you can save time and money by transferring your credits. Be sure to submit official transcripts or transfer requests from any previous colleges or high schools you attended. This allows us to evaluate your credits and apply them toward your new program.
3. Receive Your Admission Decision
   Once your application is reviewed and accepted, you will receive an official admission decision.
4. Placement Testing for New Students
   If you are new to college, you will need to take a placement test after you have been accepted. The placement test helps identify your current skills in reading, writing, and math. It is used to determine if developmental courses are necessary before you start certain college-level classes. Please note that the placement test does not affect your admission status.
5. Plan Your Courses
   Based on your placement test results and transfer credit evaluation, you will work with an advisor to select the right courses to ensure your success.

Special Admissions Processes

• If you are an international student, please visit our international admissions page for specific instructions.
• If you are a PSEO (Postsecondary Enrollment Options) student, please visit our PSEO admissions webpage for details on the application process.

If you have questions or need help during the application process, our admissions team is here to support you every step of the way.