Henderson Police Citizens Academy Accepting Applications

The Henderson Police Department Citizens Academy is a 12-week program that gives residents a unique insight into the life and training of a Henderson Police officer. The next class is scheduled for Spring 2024. Class meets each Tuesday from 6pm until 9pm at the North Police Station at 225 E. Sunset Rd.

How To Apply

Applicants must live or work in the City of Henderson, be at least 18 years old, and have no felony, gross misdemeanor, or misdemeanor convictions. The department holds two Citizens Academies each year and space is limited.

The goal of the Citizens Academy is to build a bridge between the citizens and the police department that serves them. During the 12-week program, citizens experience a civilian adapted version of the police academy. The Citizens Academy meets one night a week for 3 hours. The participants are given a dress code and a strict attendance requirement; no one is permitted to miss more than two classes. Graduates of this program gain a unique insight into the life and training of a law enforcement officer. Some topics are as follows:

• Radio and Communication Training
• Community Policing
• Use of Force
• Firearms Familiarization
• Gang Enforcement
• Crime Scene Investigation
• Taser and Demonstration
• Jail Intake Procedures
• Criminal Justice Overview
• Street Weapons
• Police K-9 demonstration
• Domestic Violence
• Motorcycle Traffic Unit Radar Training
• Criminalistics

The program is very popular and classes fill up quickly. A waiting list will be created if there are more applicants than available slots. There are two Citizens Academy programs annually.

For more information regarding the Citizen's Academy, call 702-267-4850.