The Pleasanton Police Department’s Citizens’ Academy is an interactive course that takes a behind-the-scenes look at local law enforcement. The 15 week experience educates community members and offers transparency about how Pleasanton PD operates. Educational topics include:

• Animal Services
• Crime Prevention
• Patrol Procedures
• Traffic Enforcement
• Crime Scene Investigation
• Special Weapons and Tactics (S.W.A.T.)
• K-9 Program
• Use of Force
• Radio Communications
• Narcotics Investigations

The Citizens’ Academy is held once a year in the early spring and is free. Classes meet once a week on Thursday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Pleasanton Police Department. The Academy is offered to those who meet these requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Live or work in the City of Pleasanton
• No felony convictions
• No arrests within one year of applying
• Complete application, including confidentiality and waiver agreements
• Successfully complete a background check

Interested in the upcoming Citizens’ Academy? For more information or to be added to the waiting list, please call (925) 931-5100 and ask for the YCSU Sergeant.