The Citizen s Police Academy is a program designed to provide neighbors with a working knowledge of their Township Police Department. This FREE program (for volunteers) will include: Nine Instructional Sessions Classroom Instruction Practical Field Exercises Residents within this program will learn more about the issues that affect law enforcement in Radnor Township and will have the opportunity to work with the new Radnor Community Police Organization upon completion of this program! Interested? Contact citizenspoliceacademy@radnor.org Any questions? Contact Deputy Superintendent Chris Flanagan: 610-688-5606, ext. 108
Citizen s Police Academy (CPA) What is the CPA : A program designed to provide participants with a working knowledge of the Radnor Township Police Department. This educational and informative program allows citizens the opportunity to learn more about the issues that affect law enforcement in Radnor Township and the country. The CPA consists of a series of classroom instruction and practical field exercises held one evening per week for 2-3 hours per session. The program lasts for 9 sessions and is offered to residents & buinesses of Radnor Township at no cost. Goal of CPA: The main goal of the CPA is to provide the residents of Radnor Township a higher level of knowledge and insight into the workings of their police department. Graduates of the CPA will gain a deeper understanding of the men and women who are protecting the Radnor Community on a daily basis and through this training and working together, will foster a positive image of the police and community interaction. Graduates will have future opportunities to work as volunteers with the Radnor Police Deparment. Benefits: When residents take a more personal role in their community and the protection of their neighborhoods, they will enjoy a safer and closer relationship with their neighbors and local government and the Police. Residents who complete the training will be provided with a certificate of accomplishment and have opportunities to assist the RPD with various projects.
Citizen s Police Academy Program (Classes will be held at Radnor Township Building) WEEK 1 Introduction & Orientation Local Radnor Government Overview & Tour of Police Headquarters Ride Day Coordination / Issuance of Equipment Meet Radnor Citizen Police Organzation Members WEEK 2 Patrol Division Overview New Recruit Hiring Process - Use of Force Lecture WEEK 3 Firearms and Use of Force (Practical Station) WEEK 4 Highway Patrol-Traffic Safety / D.U.I Accident Investigation /Motorcyles WEEK 5 Criminal Investigations Juvenile Justice System Week 6 Radnor (Central Delco) SWAT Team / Hostage Negotiation Motorcycle Unit / Delware County Command Truck Week 7 K-9 Demonstration Radnor Emergency Management- Bike Unit Animal Control Week 8 Traffic Stops- Practicle exersice Week 9 Course Review Graduation Reception
Class Schedule (Hours, 6:30pm-10:00pm) Hours subject to change based on class needs WEEK 1: March 1st, 2018 WEEK 2: March 8th, 2018 WEEK 3: March 15th, 2018 WEEK 4: March 22nd, 2018 WEEK 5: March 29th, 2018 WEEK 6: April 5th, 2018 WEEK 7: April 19th, 2018 WEEK 8: April 26th, 2018 Graduation-Week 9: May 3rd, 2018
RADNOR TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT 301 IVEN AVENUE WAYNE, PA 19087 PHONE: 610-688-0503 * FAX: 610-688-1238 Please fill out the requested information below. The Radnor Township Police Department reserves the right to deny entry to the academy based on the findings of a background check. You must be 18 years of age to apply. Name: Date of Birth: Home Address: Business Address: Home Phone: Business Phone: Cell Phone: Occupation: Email Address: Sex: M / F Driver s License Number and State: Organizations you participate in (Civic Groups, Scouts, etc ). Also, provide any civic awards you may have received: Why do you wish to participate in the Citizens Police Academy?
How did you hear about the Citizens Police Academy? Have you ever been arrested and/or convicted of a crime? If so, explain. (A brief criminal record check will be completed). I understand that prior to acceptance; applicants will be investigated for prior criminal offenses. A prior conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant. The facts set forth in my application are true and correct. The Radnor Township Police Department is hereby authorized to make any investigation of my personal history deemed necessary for consideration of entry to the Citizens Police Academy. Applicant Signature Date Return completed application IN PERSON to: RADNOR TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT ATTN: LT. CHRISTOPHER FLANAGAN 301 IVEN AVENUE WAYNE, PA 19087 610-688-5606 ext. 108 FOR DEPARTMENT USE Application Received: Applicant Approved: YES NO Background Completed: Applicant Contacted: