Thursday, January 22, 2009

Police Department Citizens' Academy

If you've ever wondered how our police department operates and want to learn about the policing challenges facing our community, then the Police Department Citizens' Academy may be for you. You must be at least 18 years old and a resident of Great Falls or the surrounding area to participate.

The next Academy begins on March 11. Registration deadline is Friday, February 20.

Classes are held every Wednesday evening and two Saturdays over a period of 9 weeks.

Class #1 General presentation and tour of the station
Class #2 Patrol functions and duties
Class #3 Patrol functions and duties (continued)
Class #4 Weapons simulator/K9
Class #5 Weapons training
Class #6 Detectives
Class #7 Street Crimes/Gangs
Class #8 High Risk Unit
Class #9 Support Services/Dispatch
Class #10 Criminal process/Graduation
Optional Tour of the Jail

Hat tip: Aaron

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

It would be nice to have the detectives OUT of city commission meetings....let's hope our good citizen volunteers aren't schooled in intimidating citizens speaking out....