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Ever wonder why we do what we do? Then join the Citizen Police Academy!
The academy allows you to learn how the police department and our officers function on a daily basis by exploring a wide variety of interactive topics including the difference between criminal and civil law, gang and drug awareness, use of force, investigations, juvenile law, and other relevant topics. You also engage in practical exercises that cover building searches, crime scene processing, and traffic stops. The academy is free of charge and open to anyone 21 or older who lives, works or owns property in Aurora.
Academy Dates & Times
The 49th Citizen Police Academy begins February 6th and runs for 10 consecutive Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Aurora Police Headquarters.
Requirements to Attend
Individuals who apply for the Citizen Police Academy must be at least 21 years of age. They must also live in the City of Aurora, work in the City of Aurora, or own property in the City of Aurora.
Reason to Attend
Subjects Taught
Information is taught about the following subjects:- Crime Prevention
- Criminal Law
- Evidence
- Gang Awareness
- Investigations
- Juvenile
- K9
- Overview of Patrol
- Problem Solving
- Telecommunications (911)
- Traffic Law
- Use of Force
- Vice and Narcotics
Benefits
Graduates will be encouraged to join the Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association. This will give graduates the opportunity for continued education in the field of law enforcement, also allow them to have an interactive association with the police department.
Goals
One of the goals of the Citizen Police Academy, of course, is to help the residents of Aurora to better understand how policing is conducted their community. It is hoped that all graduates of the Citizen Academy will get to know more about the men and women who are protecting their community and learn how and why they make the decisions they do while performing their duty.
Application
3 easy ways to apply!
- Fill Out the Application Online
- Download the paper Citizen Academy application (PDF). Once you have finished filling out the application, sign it and mail it to:
CPA
Aurora Police Department
1200 E Indian Trail
Aurora, IL 60505 - Call 630-256-5342 or 630-256-5385.
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Police Department
Physical Address
1200 East Indian Trail
Aurora, IL 60505
Mailing Address
1200 East Indian Trail
Aurora, IL 60505
Phone: (630) 256-5000Fax: (630) 256-5729Emergency: 911