Learn About Police Work At St. Cloud Metro Academy

If you've ever wondered what it would be like to be a police officer and what it takes to become one, this is your chance to learn firsthand. The St. Cloud Metro Police Academy was created for St. Cloud residents to actually get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to be involved in police work, and a better understanding of how police officers work in our community.

The Metro Police Academy is coming to St. Cloud. Classes start on Thursday, September 4th, and will run for 10 weeks through November 6th. You can take courses on weekday evenings and get a feel for what it takes to become a real police officer or work in the field.

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THE METRO POLICE ACADEMY

You won’t be going on any real house calls, but you certainly will get an idea of what it feels like to be an officer. If you have a desire to understand the thought process of a police officer and go through the training, this academy is for you.

The following topics will be covered over the 10 weeks:

Policing & Ethics
Basic Constitutional Law
Criminal Law, Traffic & Local Ordinances
Interpersonal Skills
Human Diversity
Domestic Crisis Intervention
Defensive Tactics & Use of Force
Patrol Procedures
Firearms
Vehicle Stops & Vehicle Operations
Crime Scene
Specialized Units
Training ScenariosOpen Forum & Current Issues

HOW TO REGISTER

Complete the registration form.
A background check will be completed.
You must be at least 21 years of age to participate, and you cannot have a criminal record.
Also, you must be a St. Cloud resident to participate in this training.

Individuals who want to take part in this training course need to go to the website by clicking HERE and filling out an application.

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