Indiana State Police Lieutenant Rich Silcox graduated last week from the 294th Session of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia.
Lt. Silcox was among 239 law enforcement officers from departments across the United States to graduate from the FBI National Academy on Thursday, June 5th. He is a 26-year veteran of the Indiana State Police and is currently serving in its Training Division.
The 294th session of the National Academy consisted of men and women from 48 states and the District of Columbia. The class included members of law enforcement agencies from 14 countries, six military organizations, and four federal civilian organizations.
Internationally known for its academic excellence, the National Academy offers 10 weeks of advanced communication, leadership, and fitness training. Participants must have proven records as professionals within their agencies to attend. On average, these officers have 21 years of law enforcement experience and usually return to their agencies to serve in executive-level positions.
FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino delivered remarks at the ceremony. Class spokesperson Brandt “BT” Carmical with the Camp Robinson Police Department in North Little Rock, Arkansas, represented the graduating officers.
FBI Academy instructors, special agents, and other staff with advanced degrees provide the training; many instructors are recognized internationally in their fields. Since 1972, National Academy students have been able to earn undergraduate and graduate credits from the University of Virginia, which accredits all the National Academy courses offered.
A total of 56,180 graduates have completed the FBI National Academy since it began in 1935. The National Academy is held at the FBI Training Academy in Quantico, the same facility where the FBI trains its new special agents and intelligence analysts.