The Huntington Beach Police Department is proud to offer the Citizen Police Academy to local residents. Designed to increase the understanding of the police department, the academy is conducted over a 12 week period. Students will learn from department personnel who are experts in the areas of patrol and traffic operations, criminal law, community oriented policing, narcotics, SWAT, K-9, AERO operations and other fields. All students will participate in one ride-a-long during the academy.

The Huntington Beach Police Department is seeking citizens throughout the community to participate in our Citizen Police Academy. Whether you are a community leader, a long time resident, a new resident, or live outside the city, but work in the City of Huntington Beach, your attendance is welcome. The only additional requirements are that you must be at least 18 years of age, have no outstanding warrants for your arrest and no pending criminal cases.

ACADEMY SCHEDULE

Two sessions are offered each year, beginning in Spring and Fall. Each session lasts 12 weeks and classes meet every Tuesday from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. The program is designed to increase the understanding of the police department, and students learn from department personnel in a variety of areas including SWAT, Narcotics, Aero, Gangs, Vice, K-9, community oriented policing, and other fields.

2008 Citizen's Academy Schedule

Spring class starts February 26, 2008
Fall class starts September 16, 2008

HOW TO APPLY

All interested persons must complete an application. An eligibility list is then compiled and students are assigned to the next available session.

Click to obtain a Citizen's Academy Flyer.

For more information, contact the Directed Enforcement Team, by clicking HERE.