Now Is the Time to Apply for the Next Community Police Academy

From the Manhattan Beach Police Department:

The Manhattan Beach Police Department is currently accepting applications for the Winter 2015 Community Police Academy.

The Academy is a 10-week program that is designed to educate residents and local citizens on the various aspects of law enforcement. The first session will take place on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2015 from 6-9 p.m. in the MBPD Community Room. Classes will continue weekly and will culminate on March 12 with a graduation ceremony.

To learn more about the next Community Police Academy, please call Officer Stephanie Martin, Academy Coordinator, at (310) 802-5186 or view the Community Police Academy Brochure (PDF).

If you would like to be considered for participation in the next Academy, please complete the Community Police Academy Application (PDF) and return to:

Manhattan Beach Police Department
Attn: Community Affairs Office
420 15th Street
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Applications will be reviewed to determine suitability for the program and applicants must meet the following criteria: be at least 18 years old, reside/work within the City of Manhattan Beach, not have felony convictions, not be wanted for any crime, and submit to a limited background check.

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