Youth Citizens' Police Academy

Are you 16 to 21?
Get an exclusive, inside look into career options in law enforcement!

Six Wednesday mornings (beginning September 30, 2020)
from 9 a.m. to noon

To apply:

Participants must either in enrolled in high school full time or have a high school diploma or GED equivalent (with a minimum cummulative GPA of 2.0).
A police background check may be conducted prior to admission.
Participants must commit to attendance to each session to be considered for enrollment.
Class size will be limited to 16 participants.
Albany high schools have offered 0.5 credits for participation in YCPA.

Covering topics:

DUII arrests
Homicide investigations
Use of force
K9 demonstrations (detecting hidden drugs or catching a criminal)

Questions?

Laura Hawkins
Crime Prevention Specialist
541-917-3206
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COVID-19 Precautions

Masks will be required.

We will being taking all precautions with physical distancing and deep cleaning the classroom.

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About this page:: Last Updated: September 2, 2020

The Albany Police Department serves over 53,000 residents and employs 60 sworn officers and 32 civilian staff who carry on a rich tradition of professional public safety service.

Community partnerships are integral to our success in maintaining the public safety in Albany. In order to accomplish our mission of "Excellence Through Service," we encourage community involvement and input. By working together, we will continue to create and maintain the quality of life we expect for all who live in and visit Albany.