Citizens Academy Returns To Cornelius This Fall: How To Apply

CORNELIUS, NC — Residents of Cornelius who want to learn more about police department operations will have an opportunity to do just beginning in September. The Town of Cornelius is hosting a Cornelius Police Citizens Academy course, and applications are now being accepted.

Residents may apply for the free course either by mail or in person. The application may be found here.

Here's what the Town of Cornelius says about the course:
After a year off, we are excited to announce that the Cornelius Police Department will now be accepting applications for the Fall 2021 Citizens Academy! The Fall class will be held on Tuesdays beginning September 7th through November, with the exception of one Saturday class. All classes will be held at the Cornelius Police Department from 6:00pm - 9:00pm.

The purpose of the Cornelius Police Citizens Academy is to enhance communications between the public and law enforcement personnel. The Academy will provide citizens with specific opportunities to participate in day to day police operations; thus helping to build support from the public and stronger police-citizen partnerships.

Topics Covered:

• Police Administration & Management
• Recruiting and Training
• Legal Consideration
• Arrest Techniques
• Police Communications
• Patrol Techniques
• Criminal Investigations
• Firearms Training
• Community Policing

Program participants must pass a background check, cannot miss more than three classes and be prepared for active participation, CPD said.

Applications must be returned either directly to the Police Department or they can be mailed to: Cornelius Police Department, Attn: Corporal Graham Smith, PO BOX 399, Cornelius, NC 28031. For more information, call 704-892-1363.