FBI National Academy Questionnaire Survey for Graduates

FBI National Academy Questionnaire Survey for Graduates

For Additional Information regarding this questionnaire email

Laleatha B. Goode, Management and Program Analyst, Evaluation Program,

at laleatha.goode@ic.fbi.gov

The purpose of this questionnaire is to collect data to improve the FBI National Academy. Now that you have been back on the job, we would like to get your perspective on various elements of this program.

All responses are completely anonymous. Information you provide is considered only when statistically combined with the responses of others and is not identified with any individual. We would appreciate your taking the time to write comments since they provide us with extremely valuable data. Thank you for your participation.

1. What is the number of the FBI National Academy Session you attended?

Drop-down box with Session #s and corresponding dates—to cover 2 years

2. How many credits from the FBI National Academy were eligible for transfer to your local college or university?

UNDERGRADUATE			GRADUATE
_____	0		_____	0
_____	1-3		_____	1-3
_____	4-6		_____	4-6
_____	7-9		_____	7-9
_____	10-12		_____	10 or more
_____	13-15
_____	16-18
_____	19 or more

3. How many credits from the FBI National Academy were eligible for transfer for mandated police training requirements?

UNDERGRADUATE			GRADUATE
_____	0		_____	0
_____	1-3		_____	1-3
_____	4-6		_____	4-6
_____	7-9		_____	7-9
_____	10-12		_____	10 or more
_____	13-15
_____	16-18
_____	19 or more

4. Is the successful completion of the FBI National Academy considered in the promotion process within your organization?

 Yes

 No

5. Using the scale provided, please select the response that most closely represents your view.

			Strongly Disagree	Disagree	Neutral	Agree	Strongly Agree	No basis for judgment
A.	I acquired valuable knowledge and skills as a result of my participation in the FBI National Academy.							
B.	The knowledge/skills covered in the training were relevant to my job needs.							
C.	The coursework was intellectually challenging.							
D.	Coursework materials and resources provided are valuable resources on the job.							
E.	Homework assignments enhanced my mastery of course material.							
F.	Overall, the quality of instruction was excellent.							
G.	Attendance at the FBI National Academy motivated me to take one or more college courses upon my return home.							
H.	Overall, I am very satisfied with the entire FBI National Academy experience.							

6. Do you have any additional comments related to the preceding points?

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7. Using the scale provided, please select the response that most closely represents your view.

			Strongly Disagree	Disagree	Neutral	Agree	Strongly Agree	No basis for judgment
A.	The FBI National Academy training improved my job performance.							
B.	Attendance at the FBI National Academy enhanced my prospects for promotion or career advancement.							
C.	The FBI National Academy training enhanced my leadership skills.							
D.	The FBI National Academy training improved my strategic thinking.							
E.	The FBI National Academy training provided me with important opportunities for information sharing.							
F.	The training needs of my organization were complemented by the courses I studied at the FBI National Academy.							
G.	Overall, the FBI National Academy training that I received was worthwhile for my agency/organization.							
H.	Overall, the FBI National Academy training was worthwhile for me.							

8. Are there topics or courses that the FBI National Academy should be eliminated? If so, please elaborate.

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8. Are there topics or courses that the FBI National Academy should be added? If so, please elaborate.

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8. If you have any additional comments about the FBI National Academy, please add them below.

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