The Citizen Police Academy is a 12-week program designed to give the participants a working knowledge of the North Chicago Police Department. It consists of a series of classes and discussions held once a week, on Thursday evenings from 6:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m.  Class size is limited to approximately 20 students. There is NO COST to anyone who resides in the City of North Chicago.

The classes provide an in-depth view into various areas of law enforcement. It is an educational and informative program that allows citizens the opportunity to learn about the issues that affect law enforcement efforts in the City of North Chicago, and how to develop a partnership with the police department.

Goals
Our goal is to create a better understanding, communication and partnership between the citizens and the police through education, in order to establish a safer community.

Benefits
When residents take a more personal interest in their city and the protection of their community and neighborhoods, they enjoy a safer and closer relationship with their neighbors. Upon completion of the course, graduates receive a diploma, and a class photo.

Why?
Community Oriented Policing plays an important and vital role in reducing crime in any community. Therefore the North Chicago Police Department instituted the Citizen Police Academy, to improve communication and obtain input and support throughout the city. It is our hope that the graduates become partners with us in identifying problems and solutions to the crime issues that are affecting our community. Graduates take their knowledge back into their neighborhoods where they can use it to enhance the quality of neighborhood life.