Recognition of Prior Basic Training and Experience Program Update

Dear Law Enforcement Community,

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:

• Law Enforcement Response to Active Violence (RTAV) (8hrs),
• Behavioral Health Emergency Partnerships (BHEP) (16hrs in class, 4hrs online pre-requisite),
• Firearms training to include, but not limited to the active-duty firearms standard (24hrs),
• Motor Vehicle Code (8hrs)
• Legal Review (16hrs)
• First Aid/CPR (8hrs)
• Licensing Exam