Seal Beach Community Policing Academy

CITY OF SEAL BEACH

The Seal Beach Police Department will host a community policing academy beginning July 15. The classes will be held on Wednesdays from July 15 through Sept. 16, from 6-10 p.m.

This 10-week program was developed to provide public with an understanding of law enforcement’s role in the community. Through hands-on demonstrations and exercises, participants will experience a variety of activities that police officers deal with on a daily basis and have the opportunity to go on ride-alongs with Seal Beach officers.

There will be a graduation ceremony in the 10th week of the academy. Each participant will receive a graduation certificate and a gift. The curriculum is not intended to serve as training for a career in law enforcement.

The program is limited to 20 participants at this time, with future sessions being considered. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, live or work in Seal Beach, and have no misdemeanor or felony convictions.

To obtain more information about the program or to request an application, contact Sgt. Joe Garcia at jfgarcia@sealbeachca.gov or 562-799-4100, ext. 1649.