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The Clearwater Police Department hosts Citizen
Police Academy classes several times a year. The program is designed
to give the participants a working knowledge of the Clearwater
Police Department and the criminal justice system. The program
consists of a series of nine classes and discussions held once
a week, on a designated evening typically from 6:00 p.m. until
9:00 p.m. There is no cost to anyone who enrolls.
The classes will provide an in-depth view
into various areas of law enforcement. It is an educational
and informative program that allows citizens the opportunity
to learn about the issues that effect law enforcement efforts
in the City of Clearwater, and how to develop a partnership
with the police department. It is our goal that upon completion
of the course, participants will enjoy a better understanding
of what the police do and why, and experience improved communication
and partnership between themselves and the police department.
Upon completion of the course, graduates
receive a diploma, academy cap, and a class photo. In addition,
graduates will be encouraged to join the Clearwater Police Volunteer
Corps. Being a volunteer provides an opportunity for continued
education in the field of law enforcement and other related
areas and allow a more interactive association with the police
department.
Each class consists of nine evening sessions. There is limited
space and registration is required. Please email or call Officer
Carol Schmidt at 562-4167 for information about the next class.
Topics include:
Police Personnel and Training Process
Traffic Safety
Traffic Enforcement Programs
Patrol Functions
Firearms and Defensive Tactics
Media Relations
Tour of Police Facilities
Firearms Training Simulator (F.A.T.S.) Demonstration
Special Operations
Communication Center
Criminal Investigations
Office of Professional Standards (Internal Affairs)
Laws of Arrest
Community Policing
K-9 Demonstration
SWAT Demonstration
DUI Goggles (simulated impairment)
Sex Crime Investigation
Civil Liability/Limits to Police Authority
Seniors
Academy
Also, from time to time the Clearwater Police Department will
host a Seniors Academy, focusing at the interests and needs of
our senior citizens. The academy typically will consist of three
(3) sessions held on separate week days. For additional information
email or call Officer
Carol Schmidt at 562-4167.
Topics include:
The State Attorney's Triad Program (Reducing
victimization of the elderly)
Family Services Area Agency on Aging
Criminal Investigations
Long Term Care Ombudsman
2-1-1 Pinellas Cares
Silver Haired Legislature
Victim Advocacy
Scams
Elder Abuse
Traffic
Fire Safety
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