Department of Safety
Dave Mitchell, Commissioner
THP Trooper School Information
Interested in Becoming a State Trooper?
Due to budgetary constraints, the Tennessee Highway Patrol does not have a Trooper School planned at this time.
General information on Trooper qualifications and requirements, as well as application information, is available by following the links below. Check back for updates throughout the recruitment process.
General Information
Before you apply, make sure you qualify!
Special Qualification Requirements
Please review all information listed below. Specific requirements must be met to qualify to become a Trooper.
Video: Becoming a Tennessee State Trooper (4.75 MB WMV)
Important Dates
(Test dates and application deadlines are currently unavailable)
Tennessee Highway Patrol Information
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Career Opportunities
Research, Planning & Development (Crash Analysis, C.A.L.E.A./Inspections)
Critical Incident Response Team (C.I.R.T.)
Special Operations/Tactical Squad
Safety Education (D.A.R.E., A.C.E.S., Litter Control)
Support Services (Fleet, Supply, Communications)
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