NV POST
Nevada POST Peace Officer Certification
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The Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) describes itself as "the regulatory agency that establishes and maintains the minimum qualifications, training and standards for Nevada's peace officers," and as "the governing authority for the employment, behavior, basic and professional certification, course certification, and training requirements for all peace officers in the state." This page is an independent study resource for candidates and agency training staff working toward or maintaining Nevada peace officer certification. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by POST, and it is not an official source of rules or forms.
Because POST's scope spans four areas - basic peace officer training, professional (in-service) training, course certification, and employment, behavior and certification standards - study material is organized around those same four domains. Expect questions on academy-level subject matter, ongoing training obligations, how courses and instructors are certified in Nevada, and the standards governing officer employment and conduct.
Preparation strategy: start with the statutory and regulatory framework POST publishes (the POST Administration Manual and the Regulations linked from post.nv.gov), since the other three domains build on those definitions. Then work through basic training content, followed by professional training and course certification details. Use the official site for current forms, the training calendar, the Acadis Portal and the recertification program; verify any requirement there before relying on it, because rules and deadlines change. Note that state offices, including POST, are closed Wednesday, November 11, 2026 for Veterans Day.
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Is this exam the same as POST certification?
No. Nevada POST certifies officers and approves courses; there is no single public "POST exam" run by this page. Certification flows through approved basic training, agency employment and POST's certification processes. Always confirm current requirements directly with POST or your employing agency rather than relying on study guides.
What topics should I study first?
Start with the regulatory foundation - the POST Administration Manual and the Regulations linked on post.nv.gov - because employment, behavior and certification standards depend on those definitions. Then move to basic peace officer training content, and finish with professional training and course certification, which are easier to absorb once the framework is clear.
How hard is the material?
Difficulty comes from breadth rather than trick questions. The four domains span academy subject matter, in-service obligations, course approval mechanics and conduct standards, so candidates who only drill basic training content tend to struggle on certification and standards items. Build a study schedule that touches all four areas weekly instead of cramming one.
What are common failure modes?
The most frequent mistakes are studying only basic academy material, memorizing outdated figures instead of checking post.nv.gov, and confusing course certification (approving a training course) with officer certification (certifying a person). Another common error is ignoring employment and behavior standards, which are a full quarter of the domain structure and easy to overlook.
How do I find out about retakes or scheduling?
Those details are set by POST and by your agency or training provider, and they are not published on this page. Check the POST site's Training Calendar, FORMS and FAQs sections, or contact POST directly at (775) 687-7678. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, so plan calls accordingly.
Where is POST located and how do I reach it?
The Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training is at 5587 Wa Pai Shone Avenue, Carson City, NV 89701. The phone number is (775) 687-7678, and hours of operation are Monday through Thursday. State offices, including POST, are closed Wednesday, November 11, 2026 in observance of Veterans Day.
What is the Acadis Portal used for?
The Acadis Portal is listed among POST's quick links alongside the POST Academy, Physical Readiness, the Training Calendar and the Recertification Program. It is the online system POST points users to for training and certification records. This page does not document its screens or workflows, so consult POST's own guidance before using it.
What is the Nevada Recertification Program?
It is one of POST's quick links, meaning POST maintains a formal process for recertifying officers. The specific eligibility rules, timelines and required training are not stated on the POST home page excerpt, so verify current requirements through post.nv.gov or by contacting POST before you plan around any deadline.
Does completing this study material certify me?
No. This is independent study content and is not affiliated with POST. Certification requires meeting POST's minimum qualifications and training standards through approved channels and an employing agency. Treat anything here as review only, and confirm every requirement against official POST publications and your agency's instructions.