What is the Citizens Police Academy?
This is a free community program whereby the public is offered the opportunity to learn about the inner-workings of police operations and law enforcement philosophies. There is a series of classes conducted by police officers, a judge, a representative from the St. Joseph County Prosecutor’s office, as well as traffic and crime scene technicians. It is an interactive setting involving hands-on experience, including ride-along programs, evidence collection, mock trials, self-defense, handgun safety, etc. The academy is a 10 week course, usually meeting on Wednesday nights from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. There is NO FEE for admission and the academy is offered several times throughout the year. Academy dates and times will be posted, so check this website often. For additional information, call our Training Coordinator, DON HAYWOOD at 258-1706.
The Shawnee Police Department Citizen Police Academy is a 12-week block of instruction. It is designed to give the public an overview of the police department and rules governing police activities. It is also designed to create a two-way communication between citizens and officers. The academy dates and times will be announced.
