Citizens Police Academy

The Citizens Police Academy is an awareness program designed to increase the information flow both to and from the police department and the public.

The program is designed to allow the public to view all facets of police work. It is an 8 week course  with the sessions lasting 2 1/2 hours (6:30-9:00 p.m.) on Wednesday evenings. The program is held biannually in the spring and fall.

During this time, the participants get first-hand knowledge on how the department functions. There are classes on patrol functions, drug awareness, K-9, traffic enforcement, criminal investigations, evidence collection, firearms safety, Simunition and VirTra scenarios, and several others. This consists of a mix of classroom time and hands-on practicals. Each participant is encouraged to interact with the different instructors and ask questions about police work that sometimes never get answered. This forum provides a means to increase public awareness and support for the police department throughout the community.

Graduate Reviews and Feedback:

“After meeting many officers, I realized that their training and operation is on a much higher level than many departments. You make me proud to be a citizen of Kettering. Thank you for all you do.”

“This was a great course. Please continue to offer it.”

“All instructors were great and very informative. They talked to you like people, not as if they are better than you.”

"The Citizens Police Academy is a unique experience, one we thoroughly enjoyed. We gained added knowledge of a police officer's responsibilities and required continuous training, resulting in even greater respect and appreciation for the jobs you do and the circumstances you face every single day. We thank each and every one of you who took the time to provide instruction and share your knowledge and experiences."

For more information, please complete the form below, or contact:

Officer Cynthia James

Email: Cynthia.James@ketteringoh.org

Phone: (937)296-2458