Applications for 2024 Community Police Academy due Sunday, Jan. 14

Community Police Academy

City of Iowa City news release

Openings remain for the 2024 Community Police Academy. Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 14, 2024. An application form and brochure are available in person at the Iowa City Police Department, 410 E. Washington St.

Original press release from Dec. 13, 2023:

Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Community Police Academy.

This 8-week academy is sponsored by the Iowa City, Coralville and North Liberty police departments, Johnson County Sheriff’s Office, and the University of Iowa Department of Public Safety. The goal of the academy is to promote understanding of what law enforcement does, build better community relationships, and provide an overview for people who may be interested in police work as a career.

The Community Police Academy will meet Mondays, 6-9 p.m., at the Johnson County Joint Emergency Communication Center, 4529 Melrose Ave., Iowa City. The academy begins Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024, due to the Iowa Caucuses and will conclude March 11.

The academy will include department tours and ride-alongs, defensive tactics, evidence collection, drug investigation, and many other areas of law enforcement and operations.

Class size is limited. Register early to reserve your spot. Applicants must be at least 16-years-old by the start of the session. A $10 fee is required to cover the costs of materials and supplies and will be accepted at the first session.

Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 14, 2024. An application form and brochure are available in person at the Iowa City Police Department, 410 E. Washington St.