# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Citizens Police Academy
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 09 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: The application process for the Swatara Township Citizens Police Academy class of 2026 is NOW OPEN!  The Citizens Police Academy is a great program for those who plan on starting a career in law enforcement OR who simply have an interest in learning more about policing in Pennsylvania.  The Citizens Police Academy meets every Monday evening for two hours for ten weeks.  Various topics are taught by our very own police officers who are considered experts in their field.  Topics for the class of 2026 include, but are not limited to, Patrol Operations, Police Forensics, Police K-9, Drug Investigations, Major Crime Investigations, DUI and Traffic Enforcement, Use of Force in Law Enforcement, PA Court System and many more.  There are field trips built into the program as well which include Dauphin County Prison, the Dauphin County Coroner's Office and Dauphin County Communications (all tours are subject to approval based on availability each year).  

In order to apply for the Citizens Police Academy you must be at least 16 years of age or older.  Applicants have to agree to a criminal background check (please see application).  You DO NOT need to be a resident of Swatara Township or Paxtang Borough to apply.

The Swatara Township Citizens Police Academy is a classroom based program and does not have any physical agility components.  We provide a safe and relaxed learning environment where our main goal is to educate cadets about the daily job of law enforcement officers.

If you have any questions about this program please contact Cpl. Brandon Pokrop at 717-564-2550 OR via email at bpokrop@swatarapolice.org.  To apply, please download the application from Swatarapolice.org and submit it by January 19th, 2026.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/harrisburg/citizens-police-academy/200029191097159
- **Event Categories**: workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 10

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Harrisburg
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 599 Eisenhower Blvd, Harrisburg, PA 17111-2304, United States
- **lat**: 40.24643
- **long**: -76.81177
- **full address**: 599 Eisenhower Blvd, Harrisburg, PA 17111-2304, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Citizens Police Academy being held?
  - **A:** Citizens Police Academy takes place on Mon, 09 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Mon, 09 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 599 Eisenhower Blvd, Harrisburg, PA 17111-2304, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Citizens Police Academy?
  - **A:** Citizens Police Academy is organized by Swatara Police Department.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Citizens Police Academy is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Harrisburg, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Citizens Police Academy sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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