ALLECA

The American Legion Law Enforcement Career Academy (ALLECA)has been in existence for 32-years and is a partnered program 
between the Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZ DPS) and The American Legion-Department of Arizona.

The American Legion believes that our young people have a strong sense of patriotism and a high regard for Law and Order. The 
objective of ALLECA is to provide a first-hand look at the role of a police officer and military member in promoting and safeguarding 
America’s freedom and rights. This could be described as a one-week mini-police academy or military boot camp. Sessions are planned 
annually during summer vacation. Discipline is strict with vigorous physical training, running, and calis-thenics included. Obstacle 
courses and defensive tactics are planned.

The ALLECA program is not a “boot camp” or a camp for problem or incorrigible, unmanageable teens. Various government and 
criminal justice officials will be guest speakers. Basic instruction will be by certified police officers from various Arizona police agencies. 

All applicants must either be enrolled in a recognized school or have just graduated. They must have reached their 11th birthday in the month preceding the academy or have not reached their 19th birthday by the start date of the academy.