Citizens Academy

Citizen Police Academy

The goal of the Citizen Police Academy is to give citizens a better understanding of the guidelines within which the department functions and a better understanding of why officers handle situations as they do. The academy combines instruction in police procedures and theory with practical, hands-on scenarios.

Those eligible to attend must be at least 18 years of age and work, live, attend school or be an applicant in the City of  Chandler. Candidates cannot have prior felony convictions and no misdemeanor arrests within one year of their academy application. They must pass a background check conducted by the police department.  The Chandler Police Department reserves the right to deny applications and acceptance to any applicant.

Some of the courses to be taught include: Media and the Law, Firearms Training, Gang Awareness, Patrol Functions,
K-9 Program, Criminal Investigations/Narcotics, Traffic Law, and Use of Force.

Graduation Standards:

• No more than two (2) absences
• One five (5) hour or more ride-along with a Chandler Police Officer or Dispatcher (1/2 shift)
• Adhere to the informational goals established for the academy

The Department plans on holding two of these academies per year with 30 students in each academy class. You may sign up for the academy using the form below which is available 30 days prior to the start of the next academy or for questions please call 480-782-4521.

Next Academy

Fall Academy – every Wednesday beginning August 15, 2012