Citizen's Police & Fire Academy

Thank you for your interest in the Citizens Police & Fire Academy!

Dates: Thursdays, September 12 - November 7, 2024 (no academy October 31) 
Time: 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Police Department, 6000 McColl Drive
Cost: FREE and open to all interested adults, 18 years and older

What to expect:

• Week 1: Police Department Introduction, SWAT
• Week 2: Investigations, fingerprint activity, crime scene
• Week 3: Traffic stops and LIDAR, School Resource Officer
• Week 4: Use of force (shoot/don’t shoot simulator, range)
• Week 5: Mental Health and Drug Task Force with K9 Gunnar
• Week 6: Fire Department introduction, station tour, and gear demo
• Week 7: Medical assessment and treatments
• Week 8: CPR certification course and graduation

The following are conditions of acceptance prior to participation in the Citizens Police Academy program. Applicants must pass a criminal background check in order to participate. Please download and complete the following forms and attach them at the end of your application; or email them to Crime Prevention Specialist Jennifer Wells within one week of submitting your application.

• Citizen's Academy Confidentiality Agreement
• Background Investigation Data Practices Advisory
• Photo Policy
• Waiver of Claims and Release of Liability Agreement

You will be notified by September 3 of your acceptance into the academy.

Citizen's Police Academy Application: