A Tier II basic training program is provided for certain agencies as specified in 250 IAC 2-4-1. The Tier II program is 10 weeks of residential training with a remote training component.
The Tier II program presently has a one week home study portion that must be completed before reporting to the Academy. Applicants must be able to successfully complete a background check by their department and pass a physical examination.
As of August 1, 2026, Tier II applicants will be required to meet the new physical fitness entry an exit standards.
Those eligible for participation in the Tier II program may instead enroll in the Tier I programs.
Eligible Towns
Those marshals and deputies who are appointed in a town employing one marshal and no more than six deputies (either full-time or part-time) are eligible to participate in the ILEA Tier II basic training program.
All other marshals and deputies must conform to the basic training requirements under the Tier I basic training program. Those towns whose officers are eligible to participate in the Tier II program may, at their discretion, opt to send their officers to the Tier I program instead.