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The Illinois State Police (ISP) has reinstituted the “Fast Track” Program which provides an opportunity for certified police officers to become Illinois State Troopers through participation in an accelerated training program. The duration of a Fast Track Cadet Class is approximately 13 weeks.
Information on becoming an Illinois State Police Trooper can be found on the Illinois State Police Merit Board website. Pre-Employment Requirements Applicant must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
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After Certification, the Illinois State Police will make a conditional offer of employment to enough applicants to fill the vacant positions in the next scheduled Cadet Class. Applicants are then scheduled for a medical examination, psychological examination, and drug screening.
To legally possess firearms or ammunition, Illinois residents must have a Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) card, which is issued by the Illinois State Police to any qualified applicant.
The Illinois State Police will issue your card pending verification that all information is accurate and you are eligible under the FOID Act. FOID renewals are processed within 60 business days. New FOID applications are processed within 30 calendar days.
The Illinois State Police (ISP) Lateral Entry Training Program provides an opportunity for certified police officers to become Illinois State Troopers through participation in an accelerated training program. The duration of a Lateral Cadet Class is approximately 12 weeks.
