A Belleville Police Officer speaks during a class of the spring 2017 Citizen Police Academy. The department is now accepting applications for this year’s program. (Photo courtesy of Belleville Police Dept.)

The Belleville Police Department is accepting applications for the Citizen Police Academy which will be held from April 11 through May 30.

All classes will be from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesdays.

The classes will be taught by members of the Belleville Police Department as well as members of other law enforcement agencies.

The Belleville Police Department would like to extend an invitation to those interested in learning about the duties of law-enforcement officers.

The goal of the program is to provide an opportunity to gain a clearer insight into certain aspects of law enforcement while partaking in this learning environment.

Topics of Discussion and Hands-On Training

Agency History and Structure

PD Tour

Patrol Operations

Investigations

Major Case Squad

Crime Scene Investigation

Use of Force

Special Operations Group

Street Crimes Unit

Code Enforcement

Narcotics Investigations

SWAT

4 Hour Ride-A-Long with an Officer

Got to  https://www.belleville.net/DocumentCenter/View/3182  to print and complete the Applicant Screening Form.

All required documentation needs to be turned in no later than April 4, for consideration for participation in the upcoming session. Space is limited to 32 participants. Submit all documentation to:

Belleville Police Department

Attn: MSgt. Chris Mattingly

720 W. Main St.

Belleville, IL  62220

— Belleville taking applications for Citizen Police Academy  —-