New London Police Department’s Citizens’ Police Academy

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    Few people would argue against the fact that law enforcement is one of the most fascinating careers one could choose to pursue. And you will never, ever, get the real, inside scoop of how a law enforcement agency works or why things happen the way they do on an evening newscast or on one of those prime time, "solve the crime in one-hour," television shows. But you can get a first-hand, up close and personal look at how the New London Police Department works, right from the men and women who are doing the job at the New London Police Department's 2025 Citizens' Police Academy.  This free 8-10 week program (January 9, 2025 through March 6, 2025) is open to citizens, eighteen (18) years of age or older (applicants are required to undergo a cursory screening as part of the application process), on a first come, first served basis. You'll hear from members of specialized units and even receive some hands on training opportunities as well. Seating is extremely limited for this popular program so we encourage you to submit your application early (applications available via the City website (PD section), the Department Facebook page, and at the police department). You won't find a better way to learn about the New London Police Department and the dangerous and difficult jobs that the men and women who serve within it do than by attending our citizens' police academy! On behalf of the New London Police Department, I would like to extend my personal invitation to you to join your fellow citizens and attend our upcoming 2025 Citizens' Police Academy. I sincerely believe it will be an experience you will never forget.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Important information for interested applicants

• The Citizens' Police Academy is for personal enrichment and not for certification or employment purposes.
• Prior to submitting your application, please be sure that you are able to commit to the academy schedule.
• The academy is a 8-10 week program.  Classes meet THURSDAYS between 6 PM and 8:30 PM.
• REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 18 years old and successfully pass a cursory background investigation.
• Remember, this program is extremely popular and the class size is limited. Be sure to complete your online application and submit it as soon as possible.
• Applications MUST BE RECEIVED by 1 PM on December 20, 2024
• First preference will be given to those who reside and/or work in the city.