Ocean County Police Academy

08/31/2026

Last week, our recruits in Basic Class 126 took on Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) training! 🚨

Recruits got behind the wheel to practice essential skills including vehicle control, precision driving, maneuvering and safely navigating challenging driving scenarios.

EVOC training helps prepare our recruits to operate emergency vehicles safely and confidently while responding to the situations they may encounter on the job.

Great work by all of our recruits and instructors! 👏🚓

08/17/2026

🎥 Check out the video of our 2026 Ocean County Sheriff's Youth Police Academy

Take a look back at Youth Police Academy Class #11! From August 10–...

08/12/2026

🚔 We’re already halfway through the Ocean County Sheriff’s Youth Academy—and what an incredible week it has been so far!

Our recruits have learned about:

➖ Military etiquette
➖ CSI 🫆
➖ Marine Unit 🛥️
➖ Mounted Unit 🐴
➖ Drone Unit
➖ K-9 Unit 🦮
➖ RDF
➖ Motor Unit 🏍️
➖ HAZMAT ⚠️
➖ SWAT 🪖
➖ and the Fire Marshal’s Office—with help from the Forked River Fire Department 🚒

They also had the opportunity to explore several of the Sheriff’s specialized vehicles, including the ATF, SHERP, humvee, MRAP and hovercraft!

We’ve packed so much learning and excitement into the first half of the Academy, with even more fun planned for the rest of the week! 🌟

08/07/2026

🚨 The countdown is on—the 2026 Ocean County Sheriff’s Youth Academy begins Monday!

We’re excited to welcome this year’s recruits for an unforgettable experience filled with teamwork, leadership, discipline and an inside look at the many roles of law enforcement and public safety.

Get ready for an action-packed week! Stay tuned for photos and updates as our newest class takes on the Youth Academy.

07/29/2026

On Thursday, July 23, Class 126 had the privilege of hearing from retired Irvington Police Sergeant Kenneth Hogan.

In 1994, Sgt. Hogan was shot 19 times by a drug suspect, including four rounds fired at point-blank range, suffering injuries to his head, spine, shoulder, and hand. His remarkable story of survival, resilience, and perseverance has become his gift to the law enforcement profession. For more than 25 years, he has shared his powerful presentation with agencies across the country, including the FBI National Academy.

We are incredibly grateful to Sgt. Hogan for taking the time to share his experiences and invaluable lessons with our recruits. His message of courage, determination, and commitment to the profession leaves a lasting impact, and we thank him for helping prepare the next generation of law enforcement officers.

07/08/2026

📄 Registration is still open for Fundamentals of At-Scene Crash Investigation (formerly Basic Crash Investigation Course) scheduled for July 27-July 31, 2026.

If interested, please click the link below for more information and to register.

Intended Audience This is an entry-level crash investigation course for sworn law enforcement officers responsible for documenting and investigating motor-vehicle crashes at the scene. Students are required to bring a calculator that, at a minimum, can perform square and square root calculations. It...

07/07/2026

07/05/2026

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07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy 250 Years America! 🇺🇸

This Fourth of July, the Ocean County Police Academy wishes everyone a safe and happy Independence Day as we celebrate the freedoms we enjoy and honor the courage and sacrifice of those who have defended them throughout our nation’s history.

As we gather with family and friends, we also recognize the dedicated law enforcement officers, first responders, military members, and public safety professionals who serve our communities every day—including on holidays.

From all of us at the Ocean County Police Academy, stay safe, celebrate responsibly, and Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸