Study data from 28 urban police departments show the major training change has been toward more thoughtful and professional delivery of police services. Thus, the firearms curriculum has changed from an emphasis on the mechanics and accuracy of firearms use to a focus on the legal, ethical, and even psychological issues involved. In the academic part of the training, the most striking addition is the emphasis on constitutional issues and citizen rights. Police training still lacks adequate attention to basic writing skills. New police officers are, however, being offered academic counseling, instruction in the development of proper study habits, and spouse counseling. Training techniques now include role playing, situation simulation, and field assignments using more effective supervision and feedback. Data tables and a list of seven references are supplied. (Author summary modified)