The Richton Park and Matteson Police Departments are sponsoring an official “Citizens Police Academy,” open to area residents and business owners. This special force introduces a standard course as well, as classes will be held on 8 consecutive Thursdays from 7:00pm-9:00pm between the sites of Richton Park and Matteson Police Departments. The curriculum has been designed to give participants a working knowledge of the police department and daily functions. Participants must be at least 18 years old to participate and will be subject to a background check. There is no charge to attend the academy; it’s totally free.
Scheduled class topics include:
- Class 1 - Introduction, Overview/Tour of Department, Careers in Law Enforcement
- Class 2 - Community Policing
- Class 3 - Crime Scene Investigation and Evidence Collection Pt 1
- Class 4 - Crime Scene Investigation and Evidence Collection Pt 2
- Class 5 - Police Ethics and Use of Force
- Class 6 - Use of Force and Defensive Tactics
- Class 7 - Firearms and Weapons Training
- Class 8 - Juvenile Law/Police and Youth Interaction & Peer Jury Demonstration
- Class 9 - Traffic Stops
- Class 10 - Overview of Field Training and Graduation
