Citizens Police Academy starts in Manassas Park on Sept. 18

The Manassas Park Citizen Police Academy (CPA) provides an opportunity for citizens to learn directly about police operations.

Citizens receive training similar to that of an actual police officer, through a series of lectures, field trips, and simulated activities, according to a news release. The CPA benefits the community and the department because it builds relationships and creates a cadre of citizens who are better informed about the reality of police work.

The 11-week academy is held on Wednesdays evening beginning Sept. 18.  Most classes held between 6 and 9:30 p.m.

Unless otherwise specified, classes are conducted at the Police Headquarters, 329 Manassas Drive, Manassas Park, VA 20111. Some off-site visits are scheduled to other locations where transportation will be provided.

Instruction is provided by Manassas Park Police Department personnel and other legal authorities and agencies.

The curriculum includes Overview of Department Operations and Organization; Introduction to Community Oriented Policing; Patrol Functions - Traffic Control; Firearms Operations; Vice/Narcotics Operations; Communications and the processing of calls for service.

PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
*Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
*Must be either a Manassas Park resident, business owner, employed in the city or connected to the city in some way.
*Must pass a criminal history background check

Get an application for the upcoming session of the Citizen Police Academy at Manassas Park Police Headquarters, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information, go to the Manassas Park Police Department web site at http://www.manassasparkpolice.com