Saginaw Police Department

History and Structure of Citizen Police Academies

History Behind Citizens Police Academies

1977 - The first CPA was conducted in England.

1985 - The first US CPA was held in Orlando, Florida

At present, is is estimated that 45% of all police agencies in the United States have some form of Citizens Police Academy.

Be part of Saginaw PD History by joining our CPA!

CPA Structure - What exactly is a Citizens Police Academy?

CPA is a series of informative, and often entertaining, training sessions, with a primary focus on police operations. It is an in-depth exposure to the police culture within our community.

CPA classes will be taught by members of the Saginaw Police Department, with occasional guest speakers from other local agencies.

CPA attendees, called Recruits, come from various walks of life, but live or work in our community. CPA Recruits come from all professions, but share a common interest and goal...

"The enhancement of police and community interaction."

Continue on to the CPA Session Topics or return to the CPA Home Page

For more information, please contact one of our Class Coordinators.

Officer Kim Allison kallison@saginawpolice.org

Officer Dan Wellington dwellington@saginawpolice.org

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