Voluntary Police Chief Certification opportunity for Members and Non-Members
The primary goal of the ILACP Voluntary Police Chief Certification Program is to contribute substantially to enhancing police chief professionalism in the State of Illinois. The certification and re-certification process will allow for continuous professional growth and educational developmentment. The program offers an opportunity for candidates to demonstrate a higher level of compentence in their profession. We will strive for continuous improvement, so your input and suggestions are welcome. Confidentiality will be maintained throughout the process.

All police chiefs or individuals with ten years full-time law enforcement experience may apply. Certification fees are reduced for Illinois Chiefs Association members.

An UPDATED Study Guide is available HERE.

IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT YOU REQUEST AN INVESTIGATIVE BACKGROUND FORM FROM MARK WILKANS, OFFICE MANAGER FOR THE IL ASSN. OF CHIEFS OF POLICE. CALL HIM AT 217/523-3765.

Printable REQUIREMENTS/Instructions for Application Process

Electronically Fillable ILACP Application Form. Please fill-in the blanks completely and accurately. All statements in your application are subject to verification. Upon completion of the form, return it via EMAIL to the Attention of the ILACP Executive Director c/o lkunz@ilchiefs.org, 426 S. 5th Street, Springfield, IL 62701-1824. Payment of $350 for ILACP members or $435 for all others is required with submission. After a review of your application, if you do not have enough points for eligibility, your application fee will be refunded minus a $50 administration fee.