The Citizen Police Academy provides local residents with an inside look at local law enforcement operations and challenges. The purpose of the Academy is to develop positive relations between the police and the community through education. Participants will learn about various aspects of the department from officers and personnel.
Citizen Police Academy
Thursdays
Dates: September 14, 2023 to November 9, 2023
6:00-8:30 pm FREE
Schedule
WEEK 1 & 2
Welcome & Introduction
Administrative Address
Criminal Investigations
Patrol Division
Tour of Police Department
Patrol Functions
Criminal Investigations Division
WEEK 3 & 4
SRO Program/Juvenile Law
Defensive Tactics / Use of Force
Drone Team / Emergency Management
Police Driving / Pursuits
Crisis Intervention Team/Mental Health
WEEK 5 & 6
K9 Demonstrations
Homeless / Addiction Response
Emergency Communications Center / 911
Officer Requirements & Hiring Process
Polygraph Operations
WEEK 7 & 8
Court Proceedings/Laws of Arrest
Victim/Witness Program
Volunteers in Policing Program (VIP)
Animal Control
Community Engagement
Week 9
Officer Survival
SWAT
Firearms Demo
WEEK 10
Graduation and Dinner
Volunteers in Policing
Graduates are eligible (but not required) to apply to become a member of the Volunteers in Policing Program.