FAQs • Waukegan, IL • CivicEngage

What is the Citizens Police Academy?: The Citizen Police Academy is a 30 hour block of instruction designed to give the public a working knowledge of the practices, policies, and procedures governing, the Waukegan Police Department, consists of ten three hour sessions conducted on a weekly basis. The comprehensive instruction covers different areas routinely addressed by local law enforcement. The sessions have been designed to incorporate an interactive format. providing the participants with a "hands on" experience whenever practical. Instructors are certified police officers, Supervisors, and other personnel with expertise in various areas.

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Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association

1. What is the Citizens Police Academy?: The Citizen Police Academy is a 30 hour block of instruction designed to give the public a working knowledge of the practices, policies, and procedures governing, the Waukegan Police Department, consists of ten three hour sessions conducted on a weekly basis. The comprehensive instruction covers different areas routinely addressed by local law enforcement. The sessions have been designed to incorporate an interactive format. providing the participants with a "hands on" experience whenever practical. Instructors are certified police officers, Supervisors, and other personnel with expertise in various areas.

2. When is the next Citizens Police Academy class offered?: Typically Citizens Police Academy classes are offered during our "slower" times of the year. The fall and winter are ideal for the 9-week classes. The next Citizens Police Academy starts on Thursday, October 13, 2022. Applications must be turned in by Friday, September 30, 2022 at 4pm.