The Plano Police Department sponsors the Citizen's Police Academy with the of goal of educating the citizens of Plano on the operations of the Department. This is accomplished through a series of lectures and hands-on activities.

The Citizen's Police Academy (CPA) is led by the Crime Prevention Unit, with all lectures and activities taught by Police Officers whose current assignments are directly involved in the policing activities covered in their segment of the Academy. The CPA is conducted at the Plano-Richardson Police Training Center where the Plano and Richardson Police Agencies conduct their training. The equipment used during the CPA is the same equipment used to train police officers.

Who Can Attend Citizens who reside or work in the City of Plano who: 1.   Are over 18 years of age and out of high school 2.   Possess a valid Texas drivers license 3.   Successfully complete a background investigation. What Are The Classes 1.    Burglary Investigation 2.    Crimes Against Persons Investigation 3.    Crime Prevention 4.    Department Philosophy 5.    Emergency Response Team Operations 6.    Firearm Safety 7.    Internal Affairs 8.    K-9 Policing 9.    Narcotics Enforcement 10.  Neighborhood Policing 11.  Recruiting, Ethics and Training 12.  Tactical Driving 13.  Tactical Situation Response 14.  Traffic and Patrol 15.  911 Operations

When Does The Academy Classes Meet
Enrollment into the Citizens Police Academy is held 2 times a year: Spring and Fall. The next class will start February 9, 2012. Please be advised that this class is full. Our next class will be held September 13, 2012.

Click here to register online for the Citizen's Police Academy.

For further information, call or email Sgt. Lindy Privett at 972.941.2432.