The Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) has statutory responsibilities assigned under two Michigan laws. Public Act 203 of 1965, requires that the Commission prepare and publish mandatory minimum recruitment, selection and training standards for entry-level law enforcement officers in the state of Michigan. Act 203 also requires the Commission to define categories and clas
Approved Commission Resolutions
MCOLES Recognition of Prior Training & Experience Program (RPTEP)
Eligibility for Licensing as a Law Enforcement Officer and Applicant Documentation
Licensing Standards & Policy and Procedures Manual
MCOLES In-Service Training Standards & Resources
MCOLES Active Duty Firearms Standard
Audio Visual Recording of Custodial Interrogations - Public Act 479 of 2012
Licensing Eligibility Extension Requests
Law Enforcement Officer Manual & Model Policy for Domestic Violence and Response to Sexual Assault
Employment & Training History Requests
Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA)
Public Act 330
Michigan's Speed Measurement Standards
Commissioning and Licensing Railroad Police Officers
Public Act 195 of 1966
Information on how to Register In-Service Training Courses in MITN
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September 10, 2025
September 10, 2025
The Commission approved the consolidation of the existing Recognition of Prior Basic Training and Experience (RPTE) program into a single, standardized format.
The current RPTE program is offered in two different formats, a 5-day program and a 10-day program, depending on participant eligibility. Beginning in 2026, all participants in the RPTE program will complete a revised 10-day training program plus one day for the licensing exam. This change standardizes the program, enhances Michigan’s law enforcement profession, promotes uniformity in program administration and complies with newer statutory requirements for training.
The updated program includes:
The Commission is in the process of updating the RPTE program webpage to reflect the changes and improve navigation.
