Central Area Citizens Academy

The Central Community Police Academy will provide Community Members with an inside look at the Police Department and various facets of law enforcement. During the eight-week academy, students will be introduced to police operations and take a tour of Communications Division facility. Other topics include: Community Policing, Criminal Law, Patrol Procedures, Vice Activities, Crime Prevention, Detective Investigations, Drug Enforcement, Crime Scene Investigations and Traffic Enforcement.

The eight-week academy is designed to give community members an overview of the Police Department’s policies and procedures. More importantly, it provides an opportunity for the community members and Police Department personnel to form a partnership. The curriculum and teaching methods are similar to the traditional law enforcement academy; however, the weekly sessions are not designed to certify the participant as a law enforcement officer.

Academy classes are conducted every quarter. Classes generally meet on Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at a designated location in the downtown area. Parking is available for community members. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion of the eight-week academy. There is no fee to attend the Community Police Academy. Due to limited class space, candidates are accepted on a first –come, first served basis until each class is filled.

For additional enrollment and scheduling information, contact your Area representative.

CENTRAL AREA
Community Relations Officer
251 East 6th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 486-1173

HOLLENBECK AREA
Community Relations Officer
2111 East 1st Street
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 342-4140

NEWTON AREA
Community Relations Officer
3400 South Central Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 846-3937

NORTHEAST AREA
Community Relations Officer
3353 San Fernando Road
Los Angeles, CA 90065
(323) 561-3218

RAMPART AREA
Community Relations Officer
1401 West 6th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 484-3058