Lansing, MI – The Michigan State Police is seeking members of the public to volunteer as role players in scenario-based training for its upcoming Trooper Recruit School. The goal is to create a diverse pool of volunteers, reflective of Michigan’s population, to best prepare recruits to serve in communities across the state.
The exercises will be held at the MSP Training Academy in Lansing on various dates between February 12th to May 8th, and at the Fort Custer Training Center in Battle Creek on May 21st and 22nd.
Individuals are needed for the following scenarios:
* Traffic stops and/or arrests
* Domestic violence
* Civil disputes
* Larceny
* Retail fraud
Volunteers must be at least 18 years old, have a valid driver’s license, complete all sections of the application and agree to a criminal background check. Approved applicants will be required to complete a class prior to assisting, consisting of legal instruction, role player responsibilities, role player safety, scenario introduction and scenario practice.
Applications can be completed online through the Michigan State Police through January 15th.
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