A Henderson man recently graduated from the Kentucky State Police Training Academy.
Nathan Francis of Henderson will also be assigned to KSP Post 16 in Henderson. Francis was one of 32 cadets to recently graduate from KSP’s Training Academy.
During the graduation ceremony, KSP Commissioner Phillip Burnett, Jr. commended the graduates for their determination and resilience throughout the academy.
“Completing this academy requires grit, focus and an unwavering commitment to public service,” Commissioner Burnett said. “These troopers have met high standards every step of the way, and our academy staff has worked tirelessly to ensure they are ready for the realities of this profession. I am confident they will carry out their duties with integrity, courage and professionalism.”
Cadet Class 106 reported to the KSP Academy on Aug. 10 and completed 24 weeks of intensive academic instruction and practical training designed to prepare them for the challenges of modern law enforcement. Over the course of the academy, cadets completed more than 1,000 hours of classroom learning and hands-on exercises covering a wide range of topics, including constitutional law, traffic and juvenile law, use of force, firearms training, defensive tactics, emergency medical care, criminal investigations, crash reconstruction, evidence handling, search and seizure, drug identification, computer and electronic crimes, domestic violence response, sex crimes, hate crimes, crowd and traffic control, hazardous materials, bomb threats, hostage negotiations and high-speed vehicle pursuits.
Twelve cadets earned their associate degree in General Occupational and Technical Studies from the Bluegrass Community and Technical College during their 24 weeks at the training academy. These cadets benefited from the new hiring guidelines established by the state legislature in 2017.
Through this revision, anyone who possesses a high school diploma or GED, and has three years of full-time work experience can apply for employment as a KSP Trooper and earn an associate degree during the training process. Francisearned his associate degree.
