The MNPD is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 54th session of the department's popular Community Police Academy which will be held at the North Precinct, 2231 26th Avenue North, on Tuesday evenings, along with some Thursdays, for 12 weeks beginning on March 4 and running through May 20. Nashvillians interested in learning about the operations and law enforcement strategies of their police department are cordially invited to apply for this free and very informative course.
Classes for the spring will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The deadline for applications is 12 noon on Friday, February 28. Submit an application on hubNashville.
Participants will learn about police work through the perspective of a variety of guest speakers, including members of the police department's specialized areas. There will be presentations from the TITANS Unit, Entertainment District Unit, Youth Services, Domestic Violence, Criminal Investigations, Violent Crimes, and Traffic Divisions. In addition, there will visits to the MNPD Crime Laboratory, Training Academy and gun range, and an opportunity to ride along with an on-duty officer.
“The Community Police Academy is an outstanding way to learn how our police department operates,” Chief John Drake said. “Class members will get a special and meaningful look at the dedicated law enforcement work of our men and women.”
Each participant should commit to attending at least 9 of the 12 weeks, be a Davidson County resident/business owner at least 18 years old, and have no arrest record. While completion of the course gives residents an understanding of the workings of the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, it does not make a participant a certified law enforcement officer.
Community Police Academy graduates total 2,124 since the program began in 1995.