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If you’re interested in becoming a Border Patrol Agent,

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it’s important that you’re prepared to attend the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico.

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The Border Patrol Academy is one of the most demanding Federal law enforcement academies in the United States.

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It’s here that new recruits learn the physical, technical, and mental skills they’ll need on the job.

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And every recruit goes to the Academy…

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…so let’s tell you what you can expect.

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You’ll complete 117 days of instruction over the course of 24 weeks

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and must pass everything from knowledge-based multiple-choice tests 

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to field-based scenarios and exercises in order to graduate. 

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Our Physical Techniques department teaches self-defensive tactics,

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will train you on less-lethal equipment,

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and will elevate your physical conditioning.

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You must meet or exceed these minimum qualifications to pass your Physical Techniques exam.

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You’ll also receive Firearms Training,

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including work with handguns, shotguns, rifles,

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and proper tactics and sound decision-making.

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The Driver Training Department will teach you to search vehicles,

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conduct patrols and pursuits, and more,

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with a mix of classroom time and practical exercises.

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Tactical Training will give you the skills to respond to a variety of tense or dangerous situations that field agents face,

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including room clearing, active shooters, and riot control.

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The Operations Program will teach you how to handle the technology you’ll use on the job

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and give you an understanding of the role Border Patrol Agents play in our national security strategy.

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And the Law Program will ensure you understand
our nation’s immigration laws

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and how to properly and legally exercise your authority
as a law enforcement professional.

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In addition, you’ll receive 182 hours of Spanish language instruction. 

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That covers what you’ll learn at the Academy.

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Next, let’s cover what life will be like during your training.

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About a month before your Academy start date, we’ll send you a Welcome Letter with detailed instructions.

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Then, a few days before your Academy start date, you'll report to your sector headquaters for pre-Academy orientation. 

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From there, you’ll travel to the Academy on CBP-provided transportation. 

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The Academy is rigorous and intense,

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and you can’t continue as a Border Patrol Agent without graduating.

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That means you’ll need to be mentally and physically present in order to balance your training requirements and succeed.

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Let your family and friends know that communication will be limited during training hours:  

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From 7:30am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.

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Weekends will be your time to relax and prepare for the coming week.

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You’ll be paid your normal salary during your time at the Academy,

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and you can request up to 40 hours of leave after you graduate

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to reconnect with friends & family,

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or take some well-deserved R&R.

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So, how can you prepare?

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The biggest thing you can do is ensure you’re in
good physical condition.

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 That’ll make the physical components of the Academy easier. 

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And make sure to prepare your family and personal affairs
before you leave

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so you can focus on training while you’re there.

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Our most successful recruits are the ones that commit,
dig deep, and prepare.

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For more information about the Border Patrol Academy, visit our website at help.cbp.gov/bp-academy,

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check out CBP’s USBP W.I.N. podcast on YouTube 
or anywhere you find podcasts,

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or visit our Instagram at BPAcademyChief, our Facebook at US Border Patrol Academy, and our Twitter at BPAcademyChief.

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If you haven’t already, join our Talent Network to learn more about positions at CBP,

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or head to cbp.gov/careers/apply-now to start your application.

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CBPApplicantContactCenter@CBP.DHS.gov
(855) 500-3722