The Harris County Citizens Police Academy class is a free, 10 weeks, training opportunity providing for citizens to learn about the internal operations of the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
You will learn about:
- Penal Code
- Patrol Procedures
- Detention Operations
- Crime Scene Investigations
- SWAT
- TASER
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Benefits of participating in a Citizens Police Academy Class:
- Helps citizens to alleviate misunderstandings about policing.
- Teaches participants how to better protect their property and enhance overall safety.
- Offers a firsthand look at the polices and regulations that police must follow.
- Provides all graduates an opportunity to join the CPA Alumni Association and continue their involvement with the Harris County Sheriff's Office through a number of volunteer opportunities.
Graduates will be better-informed citizens in a position to share their experiences with family, friends, neighbors and co-workers.
The Harris County Citizens Police Academy is for citizens of all backgrounds and occupations. The CPA is a part of our ongoing efforts to develop citizen awareness and public understanding of law enforcement.
Graduates will be better-informed citizens in a position to share their experiences with family, friends, neighbors and co-workers.
The Harris County Citizens Police Academy class is a free, 10 weeks, training opportunity providing for citizens to learn about the internal operations of the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
Residents who are interested in attending the Citizen’s Police Academy, please contact the Community Engagement Division: communityengagementdivision@sheriff.hctx.net.