The Stamford Police Department would like to congratulate Lieutenant Michael Noto on his graduation on Friday, December 16th from the FBI National Academy Program at Quantico, Virginia. The 266th Session of the National Academy consisted of men and women from 48 states. Included in the class are members of law enforcement agencies from the District of Columbia, 20 international countries, five military organizations, and eight federal civilian organizations.
Lt. Noto is one of 18 members of the Stamford Police Department who have graduated from the National Academy, including Clarence Smith who attended Session #1. A total of 49,686 graduates now represent the alumni of the FBI National Academy.
Internationally known for its academic excellence, the National Academy Program, held at the FBI Academy, offers eleven weeks of advanced communication, leadership, and fitness training for selected officers having proven records as professionals within their agencies. On average, these officers have 21 years of law enforcement experience and usually return to their agencies to serve in executive-level positions.
Training for the program is provided by the FBI Academy instructional staff, Special Agents, and other staff members holding advanced degrees, many of whom are recognized internationally in their fields of expertise.
Since 1972, National Academy students have been able to earn undergraduate and graduate credits from the University of Virginia due to the accreditation by the university of the many courses offered.
Lt. Noto commands the midnight shift of the Patrol Division. Congratulations Lt. Noto!