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Senior Police Academy
Program Background
Since 2004, the Mesa
Police Department's Senior Police Academy has provided seniors
in our
community with an inside look at law enforcement. The academy is modeled after
the Citizen Police Academy, but is tailored to the senior community. The academy
is designed to provide seniors with an understanding of the operations and
resources of the Mesa Police Department. Students will interact with police
executives and veteran officers during the academy. The goal of the academy is
to provide a greater awareness and understanding of law enforcement's role in
our community.
Presentations
The Senior Police Academy will include presentations on such topics
as:
| Fraud |
Auto Theft |
| Identity Theft |
Gangs |
| Elder Abuse and Exploitation |
Aviation Unit |
| Personal Safety/Being a Good Witness |
Range |
| Communications/911 |
DUI/Photo Safety Vans |
| SWAT |
Victim Assistance |
| K-9 |
Animal Control |
| Hostage Negotiations |
ID Unit/Crime Lab |
| Evidence |
Fire Department PRAISE Program |
Academy Schedule
The Senior Police Academy is
organized similar to a college program. There
are five required courses and several
electives to choose from. A participant must
take the five required courses and seven
electives for a total of twelve classes in
order to graduate. The
last academy finished on March 21, 2007. Classes will begin again in the
Fall.
Eligibility
Potential
candidates must meet
the following criteria:
- 60 years of age or older
- Reside or employed in the City of Mesa
- No prior felony arrests
- No misdemeanor arrests within one year of application
Contact Us
For more information about the Senior Police Academy and the schedule of
classes, please call the Mesa Police Department Crime Prevention Unit at (480)
644-5014 or use the Contact Us link at the bottom of this page. |
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