WHAT IS A NON-AFFILIATE?
A non-affiliate is a student, not hired by a law enforcement agency who wishes to pay his/her own way through the Academy.... (Select question for more information)

HOW DO I REGISTER AS A NON-AFFILIATE?
From the Alameda County Sheriff's Office website go to "Register for Academy"... (Select question for more information)

WHAT ARE THE ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR A NON-AFFILIATE?
Must be 21 years of age upon graduation... (Select question for more information)

WHAT ARE THE HOURS OF THE ACADEMY?
Generally, the hours are dayshift Monday- Friday from 0800 hours to 1600 hours with a half hour ... (Select question for more information)

HOW DO I PREPARE FOR THE ACADEMY?
Phyically: start a physical training (PT) program immediately. Your program should include,... (Select question for more information)

WHAT DOES THE PHYSICAL TESTING CONSIST OF?
You must pass the California POST Battery Physical test, which includes:... (Select question for more information)

DO I HAVE TO TAKE THE PHYSICAL ABILITIES TEST IF I ALREADY PASSED AT ANOTHER AGENCY?
Yes, to enter into the ACSO' s Academy, everyone must take the physical abilities test, regardless of previous location, tests or scores.... (Select question for more information)

DO I HAVE TO PROVIDE MY OWN EQUIPMENT?
Do I have to provide my own equipment?... (Select question for more information)

DO I HAVE TO BUY MY OWN UNIFORMS?
Yes, a list of vendors will be provided to you during the application process. The uniform cost is approximately $500.00. ... (Select question for more information)

IF I AM ACCEPTED INTO THE ACADEMY, AM I GUARANTEED A JOB?
No. You will be given all the skills necessary for an entry level position. It is up to you to apply the ... (Select question for more information)