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The Police Academy conducts basic training for police officers and ongoing international training in the fields of security and management. In accordance with the provisions of the Law on Internal Affairs, the Law on Police, and the Law on Secondary Police School, the Academy provides a comprehensive system of police education and professional training for police officers at all levels, including the Secondary Police School.
The Police Academy is dedicated to providing high-quality education and training for employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, as well as other law enforcement agencies, based on modern curricula and programs that meet national and international quality standards.
The vision of the Police Academy is to become a center of excellence in the region and to position itself among the top five police academies in Europe.
Police education directly contributes to strengthening the operational capacities of the police, which is responsible for maintaining security and public order.
With the implementation of the new police education model through the Twinning project with the European Agency for Reconstruction, the Academy has introduced a modern training model based on competencies and focused on essential activities in police work. The Academy pays special attention to the development of competencies in police officers, which represent a combination of knowledge, skills, experience, attitudes, and professional behavior.
Competence is the foundation for the successful and professional execution of police tasks at all levels.
The training is aimed at lifelong learning, ensuring the continuous professional development of police officers throughout their entire career. The Academy creates appropriate conditions for ongoing education and
provides support for police officers to take responsibility for their own professional development. Competencies are assessed through objective methods, including practical tests, simulations, and field evaluations, with the participation of independent evaluators – experienced police officers from all sectors of the Ministry.
Trainers and field mentors, as highly qualified experts, play a crucial role in the training process. They prepare the trainees for the successful integration of theoretical knowledge with practical application in the field. The Police Academy actively develops international cooperation through joint training and the exchange of experiences, contributing to the strengthening of regional and international security collaboration.
In this context, the Police Academy, as the initiator of the formation of the Regional Association of Police Academies/Training Centers of Southeast Europe, continues to be a leader in numerous activities within the Association, making its capacities available to it, thereby advancing its intention to solidify its position in the region as a recognizable link in the implementation of specific training and operational procedures in the field of security.
The ultimate goal of the Police Academy is to prepare highly competent and professional police officers who respect the Constitution and laws, protect human rights and diversity, and enhance citizens' trust in the police as a service to the citizens and the state.
With a clear vision, continuous development, and cooperation with international partners, the Police Academy aims to position itself as one of the leading institutions for police training in Europe.