BP Academy was one of the best experience of my life. As long as you work with your teammates, the academy will be fun, challenging and rewarding. English is my 4th language, but I manage to learn and TRUST THE PROCESS. GOD BLESS Y’ALL.
Our son arrived two weeks ago at the academy in Artesia. Being a Marine Corps Veteran myself he went well prepared. Proud of everyone who protect our country🫡🇺🇸
I'm a special operations veteran from the Marine Corps and applied to USBP back in 2017. They failed me on every single polygraph I went to and would never tell me why. I stuck with their process for five full years and it never paid off. Absolute waste of time.
When it comes to polygraphs I hate to say it but if they like you they will pass you. If not they won't. That's just how it is. I have seen guys in similar shoes being prior military, and local law enforcement and for whatever reason not passing poly for USPB
@@markhicks1687 I heard from someone else on the inside that they don't like to hire former special operations guys because they think they're too hard to retrain. Or some other nonsense. Really stupid. Just tell me you don't want me and don't waste my time for five years.
I had the same, except that I was not a veteran. I had an education and good job experience to back me up. I went in ready, clean record, like a speeding ticket but that's it. We sit down, the guy does not like that I ask a lot of question about the process (I was in the process with Secret Service but withdrew my app for personal reasons), tells me he knows about SecrServ (I wonder how lol). Then we get to a polygraph and the very last question gets flagged (mind you, I was in the chair for about 4 hours at that point, his equipment did not cooperate, he wanted to ask me questions multiple times, what have you...). Then that very last question comes in, he does not like what the poly shows. He goes, I need to get a good result on this one question here or I am going to fail you. I am like, IDK what to tell you, I am just here answering yes or no. Yeah, I was worried back then but that was it. So he effectively fails me after I did not give the "right" answer lol After that, I stopped pursuing that career. I realized that being stationed in the crappy places in the beginning of my career for miserable pay would not be worth it. I realized I can serve my country better elsewhere.
@@rOstwald Exactly, they tried to get me to perjur myself too. They want you to tell them what they want to here, even though its not true. Thats a crime on itself. I would not lie to appease them, so they failed me. No job is worth going against my morals to get.
I applied during the big hiring surge, at the time that i applied i had been in law enforcement for five years. I also had a secret security clearance. After 3 years of successfully completing every step of the hiring process, the only step left was the polygraph. I had taken prior ploygraphs successfully, so i was not worried at all. The CBP polygraph is still the only poly that I have ever failed. The examiner was rude, rough, and wanted me to perjur myself. I stood up for my morals. I will not go against my morals for any job.
@@mikesmith7497to get a clearance DOD does their background if your MOS asks for clearance and it takes months. That’s why he said that. I have passed polygraphs for some agencies but not for others. It’s weird.
Beautiful video of your training in ARTIZIA N.M. Thank u all Border Patrol Agents for your training & to equipped them to the battle field in our U.S.BORDERS, THANKS TO U ALL BORDER PATROL AGENTS KEEP UP YOUR GUARD UP.KEEP ON BEING RESILIENT & VIGILANT IN THIS HARD TIMES ,GOD BLESS U ALL & THANK U 4 YOUR SERVICE & SACRIFICES U DO 24/7 #HONOR FIRST 💚🇺🇲💚☝️
Getting out of the usmc in a few months I wanna do border patrol but I wanna know peoples experiences and opinions. How was the academy ? What’s the process to hire like ? Anything I have to worry about ?etc.
Remember the old uniform, leather belt, belt keepers and black boots?everything had to be shined and ironed uniform, we had to look almost like soldiers😁
Finally a video that brings the agency to a high standard. Not showing too much undisciplined people. The uniform looks good, the workouts look good, keep it up and maybe you will be able to recruit more quality candidates.
You have no idea how good these guys and gals are. You should try it, but a creep like you could never do it Your the one who needs discipline. In more ways than one.
I've been a Deputy for 4 years, have a bachelor's degree. Fto and firearms instructor. Colorado Naitive born in Denver. Aurora Colorado is about 30 mins from my house. Venezuelan gangs in my state is enough for me to take action. What steps do I need to take?
I have a more respect for the BP academy now....As a former veteran myself I feel that ex military personnel should be able to get a familiarity of what kind of training new recruits go through the USBP academy....
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Is the polygraph waived for veterans? I’m active duty right now and have a year and a half left on my contract. I’m interested in joining the border patrol directly after separating from the Navy
Rocco...you should asked that kid what battalion after he said he served in the 75th Ranger Regiment...Guy has no clue who you are who you served with...SUA SPONTE Rocco
What good is border patrol if they can’t do their jobs! Some of these guy are paid or highly compensated & are at GS 13 thru 15 after a few years! All then do now is babysit & process them into the country! Whatever happened to do not enter or you’ll be jailed & 5urned around?
Seems a lot of DEI hires on BP videos. I seen one rushing guys around, and she looked like she couldn't move very fast herself. I see the same in the Army videos. Wow! What a sad situation.
Disappointing that a simple not reliable test such as the polygraph disqualifies you. I personally have 2 friends one is a BP agent the other a US Customs and both used drugs in high school how they “passed” the polygraph is unknown because I for sure know using drugs disqualifies you from getting hired.
@@raidzmann4716 It does but my friends actually lied on the polygraph saying no drugs my point here is that the polygraph is not reliable and they still use to disqualify you
screaming and yelling at a group of folks who are probably 75% honorably discharged veterans and the others are college grads. Its not the military folks, just teach em how to do the job...
At the end of the day the agency has a profile of people they want to higher. Non Christian, barely American Valued, and non free thinker to be fully assimilated to their agenda.
the academy has gone easy just like army boot camp .. most of my fiends when in 02-05zz i turned it down in 05, ended up having a much successful career working on drilling rigs . i'me currently making 320k a year while my friends with 20 years in have never made over 100k .. and not to mention they can care less about doing there job since the current administration sucks !!
Make sure you vote wisely this November. These men and women are working with their hands behind their backs, The orders come from D.C. and those elected into office
I’ve applied twice and got shot down both times. My 2nd attempt I made it through the entire hiring process, and a couple of hiccups came up during my adjudication phase. I will try one more time after my contract with the army ends. 3rd times the charm.
@@DonaId.JTrump interesting I’m looking to doing army national guard reserve once my contracts ends next year and I’m still exploring my options on what other job I want to do while on a reserve unit
@@Smoki501 brother like I said… I’ve tried 2 times with border patrol. Got denied twice. My 2nd time I had a favorable polygraph result, and they STILL denied me. But like I said, I will try one more time. 3rd times the charm.
@YEIK check out this video for more on our application process and reach out to a recruiter to help with the application hurdles. careers.cbp.gov/s/career-paths/usbp/bpa
BP Academy was one of the best experience of my life. As long as you work with your teammates, the academy will be fun, challenging and rewarding.
English is my 4th language, but I manage to learn and TRUST THE PROCESS. GOD BLESS Y’ALL.
@chancelesso7767 Thanks for sharing!
This is what usbp needs more social media activity, on the positive note. Rocco is just the guy to do it.
@danielmurrietta9775 thank you for your thoughts! We appreciate that.💚
Our son arrived two weeks ago at the academy in Artesia. Being a Marine Corps Veteran myself he went well prepared. Proud of everyone who protect our country🫡🇺🇸
@semperfi210 Thank you so much for you letting us know! That is great.
Heir not allowed to protect our country! They are just processing agents!
I'm a special operations veteran from the Marine Corps and applied to USBP back in 2017. They failed me on every single polygraph I went to and would never tell me why. I stuck with their process for five full years and it never paid off. Absolute waste of time.
When it comes to polygraphs I hate to say it but if they like you they will pass you. If not they won't. That's just how it is. I have seen guys in similar shoes being prior military, and local law enforcement and for whatever reason not passing poly for USPB
@@markhicks1687 I heard from someone else on the inside that they don't like to hire former special operations guys because they think they're too hard to retrain. Or some other nonsense. Really stupid. Just tell me you don't want me and don't waste my time for five years.
I had the same, except that I was not a veteran. I had an education and good job experience to back me up. I went in ready, clean record, like a speeding ticket but that's it. We sit down, the guy does not like that I ask a lot of question about the process (I was in the process with Secret Service but withdrew my app for personal reasons), tells me he knows about SecrServ (I wonder how lol). Then we get to a polygraph and the very last question gets flagged (mind you, I was in the chair for about 4 hours at that point, his equipment did not cooperate, he wanted to ask me questions multiple times, what have you...). Then that very last question comes in, he does not like what the poly shows. He goes, I need to get a good result on this one question here or I am going to fail you. I am like, IDK what to tell you, I am just here answering yes or no. Yeah, I was worried back then but that was it. So he effectively fails me after I did not give the "right" answer lol After that, I stopped pursuing that career. I realized that being stationed in the crappy places in the beginning of my career for miserable pay would not be worth it. I realized I can serve my country better elsewhere.
They wanted me to travel to Miami from New Orleans to do the polygraph. I said no thanks
@@rOstwald Exactly, they tried to get me to perjur myself too. They want you to tell them what they want to here, even though its not true. Thats a crime on itself. I would not lie to appease them, so they failed me. No job is worth going against my morals to get.
First time I see this channel and this guy narrates very well, kept me entertained and listening to the whole video. Seems very sharp and humble.
I applied during the big hiring surge, at the time that i applied i had been in law enforcement for five years. I also had a secret security clearance. After 3 years of successfully completing every step of the hiring process, the only step left was the polygraph. I had taken prior ploygraphs successfully, so i was not worried at all. The CBP polygraph is still the only poly that I have ever failed. The examiner was rude, rough, and wanted me to perjur myself. I stood up for my morals. I will not go against my morals for any job.
@@nflzay1k513 What do you mean?
@@nflzay1k513 I know what security clearance is. I was asking what exactly are you asking about the secret security clearance?
No I am sure you were being rude yourself and you got triggered, that is why you failed.
@@nobodycares9579 have you undergone a poly?
@@mikesmith7497to get a clearance DOD does their background if your MOS asks for clearance and it takes months. That’s why he said that.
I have passed polygraphs for some agencies but not for others. It’s weird.
Great job Rocco! Thanks for showcasing these young men and women.
Beautiful video of your training in ARTIZIA N.M. Thank u all Border Patrol Agents for your training & to equipped them to the battle field in our U.S.BORDERS, THANKS TO U ALL BORDER PATROL AGENTS KEEP UP YOUR GUARD UP.KEEP ON BEING RESILIENT & VIGILANT IN THIS HARD TIMES ,GOD BLESS U ALL & THANK U 4 YOUR SERVICE & SACRIFICES U DO 24/7 #HONOR FIRST 💚🇺🇲💚☝️
Brings back memories. Bravo 953 We Stand Tall on the Wall.
I'm 5'09 188 pounds. I can lift 8 reps of 225 and ive only been lifting for 1.5 years. Love the videos.
Excellent video! Way to represent! Glad the Patch Run is still a thing…brings back memories! Keep up the good work Comms!
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I’ll be there soon god willing
Much respect to BP! Go Vince!!
Kick ass Rocco!! Love it. you are doing great things brother
As a graduate of Class 287 this video brought back a lot of memories. God bless, be safe, enjoy your time in green.
How is the work so far?, do you like it? I’ve applied for this job and they accepted my application, waiting till my military contract ends.
Going through the hiring process now. I can’t wait to train and work with great individuals.
@j.infinite7559 We are looking forward to it as well!
Thank you for your service USBP
Great video! Videos like are important for recruiting. Helluva job on this
@humbertomartinez6311 Thank you!
Good job on the 25 bench rep. There needs to be more of these video's on the border patrol.
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Can’t wait to join 🤝🫡
ooooo baby ranger reg soldier in the ranks is solid
Getting out of the usmc in a few months I wanna do border patrol but I wanna know peoples experiences and opinions. How was the academy ? What’s the process to hire like ? Anything I have to worry about ?etc.
Thanks 🇺🇸♥️
Class 476 here and now retired, I did my academy at FLETC in GA, and wow...everything has changed!!!!
Remember the old uniform, leather belt, belt keepers and black boots?everything had to be shined and ironed uniform, we had to look almost like soldiers😁
@@hernanmarin3904 still that way lol
25 reps cold is diabolical 😂
"all i lift is chest" - definately gonna be me in the academy during the 1.5 runs lol.
What an excellent video. Truly shows what these agents go through to protect our borders! I slaute you guys protecting our borders.🫡
Look at my classmate out there being a big dawg!!!
Finally a video that brings the agency to a high standard. Not showing too much undisciplined people. The uniform looks good, the workouts look good, keep it up and maybe you will be able to recruit more quality candidates.
@Joedoe6004 We appreciate you sharing your insights! Please feel free to share and help us with recruitment!
To some extent. Kind of weird seeing lots of hair on men (some not well groomed) and lots of facial hair
@@Sam-y8h6r You can read more about the @USBorderPatrol grooming standards here: careers.cbp.gov/s/applicant-resources/bpa-grooming
100%
You have no idea how good these guys and gals are. You should try it, but a creep like you could never do it
Your the one who needs discipline. In more ways than one.
Is there a swimming portion through the academy?
225x25 he is a beast
Remember when they didn’t let us close our eyes for the OC?
Class 406
class 476 here, and you're right! we had to keep our eyes opened during the OC spray.
I plan on maybe joining the BP and being a K9 OFFICER
Awesome
@@MasonPhoenix-c4b Thank you!
I've been a Deputy for 4 years, have a bachelor's degree. Fto and firearms instructor. Colorado Naitive born in Denver. Aurora Colorado is about 30 mins from my house. Venezuelan gangs in my state is enough for me to take action. What steps do I need to take?
Your probably better off staying a deputy. The Border Patrol isn't aloud to do there jobs anymore. The Border is Wide Open.
@@mikesmith7497 Hoping things change Nov 5th
During training do you have to stay on base for the duration of time.
yes
I have a more respect for the BP academy now....As a former veteran myself I feel that ex military personnel should be able to get a familiarity of what kind of training new recruits go through the USBP academy....
Loved it! Why are the first two episodes so short? Shame they weren’t full 30min episodes
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Rocco!!!!
@JohnSmith-bf1sq We appreciate you cheering him on! Feel free to share!
I hope every video is like this , not like the nonsense stuff USBP just to do.
Class #666
Those kids saw Rocco's chest when he walked in and they knew they were screwed on that bench press competition! LOL
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If you never met “El Diablo” ….you never attended a BP Academy…..he made your stay at beautiful Charleston a bit sweeter
Class 341
Charleston Academy 1997
1997-2021
Retired after 24+ years.
Class 1023…furloughed 2 weeks in lol.
How many weeks is the academy?
I think it’s 6 months
Really wish I could have done this. Missed my time.
The size of some of the trainees is very concerning. Don't you have pre screen?
For BPPC trainees, there is no pt exam.
If this woman can do this, you men better squash this
I can’t imagine working in the heat of AZ or NM 😢
Class 938.
100%.
Is the polygraph waived for veterans? I’m active duty right now and have a year and a half left on my contract. I’m interested in joining the border patrol directly after separating from the Navy
Rocco...you should asked that kid what battalion after he said he served in the 75th Ranger Regiment...Guy has no clue who you are who you served with...SUA SPONTE Rocco
It would be nice if the Administration let you do your jobs...
The academy is easy now, cadets gaining weight while there
Class 903. Year 2009 🫡
how do i join im 43 years old and a iraq war veteran
Are you African American?
What good is border patrol if they can’t do their jobs! Some of these guy are paid or highly compensated & are at GS 13 thru 15 after a few years! All then do now is babysit & process them into the country! Whatever happened to do not enter or you’ll be jailed & 5urned around?
Class 164....
@richardmiller5456 thank you for the shout out!
Seems a lot of DEI hires on BP videos. I seen one rushing guys around, and she looked like she couldn't move very fast herself. I see the same in the Army videos. Wow! What a sad situation.
Oh yea it's changed. Watered down
Class 1237
“Class 1258, always ready to hold open the Gate.. Sir”
The new Patrol
What the heck is that …. 🤢
Class moto, it’s the new patrol. Haven’t you seen the border lately.
Disappointing that a simple not reliable test such as the polygraph disqualifies you. I personally have 2 friends one is a BP agent the other a US Customs and both used drugs in high school how they “passed” the polygraph is unknown because I for sure know using drugs disqualifies you from getting hired.
Using drugs before the bp does not disqualify you. Lying about it does.
@@raidzmann4716 It does but my friends actually lied on the polygraph saying no drugs my point here is that the polygraph is not reliable and they still use to disqualify you
@@raidzmann4716Hey man what about employing someone who is illegal but got his residency status now?
Poly is completely voodoo science. They'd get better people if they got rid of it.
Not true. Just be honest about your drug use in the past.
Great video but the amount of time spent on his experience with the OC spray and the BPPC was unnecessary
screaming and yelling at a group of folks who are probably 75% honorably discharged veterans and the others are college grads. Its not the military folks, just teach em how to do the job...
At the end of the day the agency has a profile of people they want to higher. Non Christian, barely American Valued, and non free thinker to be fully assimilated to their agenda.
I just wish the President had their backs.
President Trump does 😁🇺🇲👍
Too bad they couldn’t find someone better to host the show. This guys horrible, too bad he couldn’t put on a collared shirt and some proper shoes.
Class#292!…
Boring 🥱
Do they go through this rigorous training and later spend their shift counting and processing illegal immigrants at the border? 😂😂😂
Depends what station
Good job... you somehow missed 11 million coming across. What a joke of an agency.
USBP academy is an absolute joke. They’ll hiring anyone that can pass the background and poly.
Is it that good?
the academy has gone easy just like army boot camp .. most of my fiends when in 02-05zz i turned it down in 05, ended up having a much successful career working on drilling rigs . i'me currently making 320k a year while my friends with 20 years in have never made over 100k .. and not to mention they can care less about doing there job since the current administration sucks !!
good for you man !!!
You made a great choice lol.
Whats the point of you guys when you let everyone into the country anyways ?
Make sure you vote wisely this November. These men and women are working with their hands behind their backs, The orders come from D.C. and those elected into office
So true
All this training for nothing lol you are glorified greeters, disgraceful ! Protect the damn border !
I’ve applied twice and got shot down both times. My 2nd attempt I made it through the entire hiring process, and a couple of hiccups came up during my adjudication phase. I will try one more time after my contract with the army ends. 3rd times the charm.
You know if you can be in the army reserves and also be border patrol ?
@@Smoki501 absolutely… yes you can.
@@DonaId.JTrump interesting I’m looking to doing army national guard reserve once my contracts ends next year and I’m still exploring my options on what other job I want to do while on a reserve unit
@@Smoki501 brother like I said… I’ve tried 2 times with border patrol. Got denied twice. My 2nd time I had a favorable polygraph result, and they STILL denied me. But like I said, I will try one more time. 3rd times the charm.
@YEIK check out this video for more on our application process and reach out to a recruiter to help with the application hurdles. careers.cbp.gov/s/career-paths/usbp/bpa
Im about to take my entrance logic exam, the poly has me concerned though, i hear nothing good about it.