Apply Now for South Brunswick Citizen Police Academy

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The South Brunswick Police Department is now accepting applications for the Spring 2017 Citizens’ Police Academy.

The ever-popular Academy offers a behind-the-scenes look at policing. Since being reinstated in 2015, nearly 75 participants have graduated from the Academy. Those are South Brunswick residents in the Academy last year, above.

“The feedback from community members who have attended the Academy has been tremendous," Police Chief Raymond Hayducka said. "They come away feeling better informed and more connected to our department and community.”

The Academy will offer training on a range of law enforcement topics including motor vehicle laws, criminal law, and use of force. In addition, citizens will learn about crime scene processing, defensive tactic and internal affairs. The academy will culminate with a day of practical exercises were students will handle simulated motor vehicle stops, disputes, and other realistic scenarios.

The academy will start on March 7. Classes will be held every Tuesday night in the training center at police headquarters for 11 weeks, with a week off over Spring Break, from 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. The Academy is free, but space is limited. Residents seeking admission to the Academy need to complete their application as soon as possible. The application can be found here. If you are unable to download the application, you can email CPA@sbtnj.net for more information or contact Sergeant Tara Jairdullo at (732) 329-4000 ext. 7417.