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Citizen Police Academy
Citizen Police Academy
PO Box 689001
Austin, Texas 78768-9001
974-6202
The Citizen's Police Academy was established in January 1987.
The Citizen’s Police Academy is an eleven-week (that includes graduation) program designed to give the public a working knowledge of the Austin Police Department. Each session consists of twelve consecutive Tuesday night classes at City of Austin facilities. The instruction is comprehensive and each week separate areas of the department are covered.
As of July 1, 2008, 1,684 citizens will have graduated from 64 classes. Classes are hosted three times a year at APD Headquarters.
- Class 67, SEP 30 – DEC 9; Evening classes with hours of 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
- Class 68, Spring of 2009; Afternoon classes with hours of 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
- Class 69, Summer of 2009; Evening classes with hours; 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Cadet Training, Bomb Squad, Robbery, Homicide, Use of Force, Internal Affairs, Vehicular Homicide, S.W.A.T., Forensics, Recruiting and meeting the Chief are examples of some of the topics that are covered. Instruction consists of lectures, demonstrations, tours, and riding with a police officer on a ten-hour shift.
The slogan of the Citizen’s Police Academy is “Understanding through Education”. The goal is to educate the public about the Austin Police Department and to increase the rapport between citizens and police officers.
We hope the graduates of the Citizen’s Police Academy become more aware and better informed about how the Police Department operates, and will encourage friends, coworkers and families to join the Austin Police Department in this rewarding program.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of conducting a Citizen’s Police Academy?
To give the public information on how the Police Department works and its policies and procedures, through a series of classes involving instruction by police officers.
Where did the concept originate?
The program originated in Orlando, Florida in 1984. Orlando was the first city in the United States to start a Citizen’s Police Academy.
What was the Austin Police Department’s incentive for starting a Citizen’s Police Academy?
We feel the more information the public has about the police department, less fears and misconceptions will exist.
When does the class meet?
There are three Citizen’s Police Academy sessions per year. Students meet at Austin Police Department facilities. There will be a total of approximately thirty-nine (39) hours of instruction by police officers. All classes are free.
Who attends the Citizen’s Police Academy?
Students range from 18 years of age and above. We have architects, bankers, homemakers, students, retirees, teachers, neighborhood groups and professionals attending the classes.
How do you apply?
You must be at least 18 years old and live or work in the Austin area. Complete the Citizen’s Police Academy application and mail it to the address below. If you have any questions or need more information, call Joe Munoz, Citizen’s Police Academy Coordinator at (512) 974-6202.
When are classes?
The Citizens Police Academy is offered three times a year at APD Headquarters.
You can choose from the following:
- Class 67, SEP 30 – DEC 9; Evening classes with hours of 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
- Class 68, Spring of 2009; Afternoon classes with hours of 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
- Class 69, Summer of 2009; Evening classes with hours; 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Mailing Address:
Citizen’s Police Academy
P.O. 689001
Austin, Texas 78768-9001
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