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Mission statement
The Department's mission is to ensure safety and provide service to the public as they utilize the highway transportation system and to assist local government during emergencies when requested. The Department has established the following values to accomplish its mission: respect for others, fairness, ethical practices, and equitable treatment for all.
Academy Rules and Regulations
The Academy is designed to be very stressful, testing each cadet's ability to adapt to varying situations and manage stress. You must be prepared to handle a tremendous workload, while being able to maintain your appearance, demeanor and professionalism.
When you first report to the Academy, you will feel overwhelmed by the amount of studying and physical exercise you will perform. From the beginning, you are held to the highest of standards. The Staff will push you to perform and assist you if and when you need it.
Graduation will be a proud day for you and your family. On graduation day, the Academy grounds will be opened to families and friends accompanied by graduating cadets.
Cadets who excel in training are recognized during the graduation ceremony. The cadets who achieve the highest point score in Academics, Physical Training, and Weapons Training will receive awards. Awards will also be given to the cadet(s) selected as the Most Inspirational Cadet and the Outstanding Cadet in each class. Each cadet receiving an award will have his/her name permanently displayed in the Recreation Building.
Badge numbers will be assigned based upon the overall Academy performance. The highest point total will be assigned the first badge number for that class.
Cadets should prepare to relocate and report to any area within California. The assignments will be given prior to graduation day.
Each cadet is faced with a number of obstacles during the training. Most cadets have difficulty with the regimentation and some with the physical testing, yet most cadets have one thing in common: they failed to prepare themselves properly for the rigors of the Academy lifestyle.
The following is information you will be required to know as a cadet. You may wish to get a head start by preparing now.
"CHP Cadets do not lie, cheat or steal,
nor do they tolerate those who do."
This is the motto that all cadets are expected to live by. Cadets must conduct themselves honorably and are held to higher standards of conduct both on and off duty.
Physical fitness is a must, so start getting into shape now and be at your best when you report. The ability to organize your time and manage many tasks is essential for survival at the Academy.
Professional Values
| Courage | Stand up for what is right despite the threat of adversity. |
| Honesty | Uphold the truth, and maintain the trust and confidence placed upon us by the citizens of California. |
| Professionalism | Constantly strive for quality and excellence. |
| Principles | Adhere to the highest conduct which promotes moral and ethical ideals. |
| Respect | Display a positive, service-oriented attitude towards the public and each other. |
| Integrity | Be honorable, open, and fair; this is the cornerstone of our profession. |
| Dedication | Commit to the mission of the Department and our oath. |
| Esprit de Corps | Encourage personal and organizational success through group effort and team spirit. |
CHP Star
The California Highway Patrol "Star" has seven points, each point representing the qualities that each member of this Department must possess.
California Highway Patrol
Code of Honor
I, a member of the California Highway Patrol, subscribe in word and deed to the following:
"To serve the United States of America and the State of California honestly, and conscientiously; and fulfill my oath as a soldier of the law;
To uphold and maintain the honor and integrity of the California Highway Patrol;
Be loyal to my fellow officers; respect and obey my seniors in rank; and enforce the law without fear, favor or discrimination;
Assist those in peril or distress, and, if necessary, lay down my life rather than swerve from the path of duty;
My personal conduct shall at all times be above reproach and I will never knowingly commit any act that will in any way bring discredit upon the California Highway Patrol or any member thereof;
To all this I do solemnly pledge my sacred honor as an Officer of the California Highway Patrol."
Chain of Command (C.O.C.)
| Commissioner | Executive Officer of the CHP. |
| Deputy Commissioner | Second in command, responsible for the operation of the Department. |
| Assistant Commissioner, Field | Director of Field operations, responsible for delivery of service to the motoring public. |
| Assistant Commissioner, Staff | Responsible for five Headquarters Divisions. |
| Personnel & Training Division (P&TD) Chief | Responsible for the overall planning, organization, direction and control of P&TD. |
| Academy Commander | Captain in charge of the Academy. |
| Tactical Program Manager, Lieutenant | Responsible for all tactical training at the Academy. |
| Academic Program Manager, Lieutenant | Responsible for all academic training at the Academy. |
| Staff Office Supervisor | Supervises the Officers, and controls all actions of the Staff Office. |
| Staff Officer or Counselor | Directly responsible for cadet supervision and evaluation. |