CVCC Law Enforcement Training

The graduation ceremony was held tonight for Class 84. With friends and family in attendance, we celebrated the achievements of this great group of law enforcement officers.
The Conover Police Honor Guard presented the colors to begin the ceremony. Hickory Mayor Hank Guess delivered the keynote speech reminding the cadets to maintain a high level of integrity and treat the citizens as they would expect to be treated.
Awards were presented to the following cadets: Fi****ms: Austin Fry; Driving: Stewart Simmons; POPAT: Heath Bentley; Academic: Bryce Whinnery. The Stacy Speagle award for the highest grade on the state exam was presented to Bryce Whinnery.
The ceremony concluded with a badge pinning ceremony and inspirational words from Director Walker.
We wish the cadets continued success throughout their careers!

Class 85 cadets are on the mats today for “Compliance & Control Techniques.”
During this 40 hour block of instruction the cadets will learn proper search and handcuffing techniques, weapon retention, defensive tactics and compliance skills.

Class 84 graduation ceremony
Tuesday June 23rd, 2026 6:00 pm
Tarlton Complex on the CVCC Main Campus

We hosted deputies from the Rowan County Sheriff’s Office this week for “Decision Making Driving Course.” The deputies utilized our new FAAC simulator.
The FAAC Simulator system immerses the student driver in simulated settings based on real-life situations. Used in a guided and imaginative way by an instructor, hazardous situations that occur infrequently as well as proper driving techniques can be taught in a clear, mindful manner. Students have the opportunity to associate muscle memory, reaction time, problem-solving, decision making and judgment at the same time.
If your agency is interested in simulator training, contact Assistant Director TJ Bates at [email protected].

Congratulations Class 84!
100% pass rate on the state comprehensive exam today!

Class 84 cadets will take the state comprehensive exam tomorrow morning.
Please wish them the best!

Class 84 cadets recently completed “Patrol Techniques” with Sgt Anderson.
The cadets were required to respond to several scripted scenarios and take appropriate action based on the situation.
This is a capstone block for the entire program. The cadets had to use the knowledge gained throughout the last six months in order to successfully accomplish the task.

Class 84 cadets successfully completed their final POPAT on Friday. As they enter the final week of BLET, the cadets will complete Patrol Techniques and review for the state comprehensive exam.

This week’s Throwback Thursday takes us to 2003.
This 602 hour evening class began on 6/2/2002 and ended on 2/15/2003. The cadets selected Lt Mike Sullivan of the Newton Police Department as the “Outstanding Instructor” for the class.

Class 85 is on the firing range this week for Block 3 of Fi****ms. The cadets have completed many hours of practice and will now attempt to qualify during day and night conditions.