Last week, the Trooper-Trainees of the 137th Basic Session completed the first phase of driver training where they learned how to control a high horsepower, rear-wheel drive vehicle through quick turns and acceleration. In the video, Trainee Cruceta is navigating the "peanut course." #vroomvroom This could be you! VSP is #hiringnow for Trooper...go to www.vatrooper.com for more info on our hiring bonus, salary, great benefits, qualifications, etc. | Virginia State Police

Precision, attention to detail, working in unison with one another...it's all part of the VSP Academy experience...which the 129th Basic Session was able to proudly and expertly demonstrate Thursday at Family Day for their family and friends, and VSP Col. Gary Settle and the Executive Staff. | Virginia State Police

On January 2nd, the Virginia State Police welcomed members of VSP’s Expedited Basic Session Academy class. This class will join the 140th Basic Session. These trainees are already DCJS-certified law enforcement officers from other Virginia local and state public safety agencies. The trainees went through a number of drills and other physical activities designed to get them ready for life as a Virginia State Police Trooper. Keep up the great work trainees ! #virginiastatepoliceacademy #virginiast

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As VSP's 131st Basic Session winds down their training, this morning's PT run finished up with a visit by Colonel Settle and some motivational remarks - which we can all use a bit of during these uncertain times. The Trooper-Trainees were then presented their hat pins by the Academy sergeants. | Virginia State Police