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Traditionally, in years past, law enforcement was a relatively closed operation; but with the
advent and general success of community-oriented policing, the door has been opened
in the interest of fostering civic awareness and citizen involvement.
The Civilian Police Academy (CPA) was formed as a special program to welcome and
include all Philadelphians in the operation of their police department. Throughout the
length of the Civilian Police Academy experience, attendees learn first hand the policies,
procedures and practices of the Philadelphia Police Department; somewhat like the recruit
officer’s training process at the Philadelphia Police Academy.
The Civilian Police Academy is a multi-faceted, interactive opportunity for responsible
Philadelphians to learn what municipal policing is all about. The overall purpose of the
CPA is to produce informed graduates who will return to their neighborhoods with a more
positive view of the police function, and assist them in recognizing the varied problems
facing today’s urban police officer. The Philadelphia Police Department’s Civilian Police
Academy’s motto is: “UNDERSTANDING THROUGH EDUCATION AND
TRAINING” where an atmosphere of community spirit is the key to improving the quality
of life in Philadelphia.
The CPA is NOT designed to teach civilians to patrol the streets of Philadelphia, but to aid
the trained Police Officer in the performance of their duties by creating an educated citizen
who is more aware of the policies, laws and procedures that guide an officer’s actions in
the community.
The CPA consists of nine (9) nightly sessions held once a week. Some of the topics
covered are: Laws of Arrest and High Risk Car Stops, Controlled Substances and Gangs,
Safe Operations of Police Vehicles, Firearms Training Simulator, Crime Scene
Investigation, Urban Disorder Management, The Training and Uses of Police K-9 Teams,
Terrorism, Arrest and Search Warrants, History and Principles of Law Enforcement, Crime
Prevention and Fear Reduction and The Active Bystandership in Law Enforcement “ABLE”
program There is a graduation ceremony held at the Police Academy at the end of the
program (week 9). Classes are normally held on Wednesday nights from 6:30pm to 9:30pm.
The CPA is open to all citizens of Philadelphia 18 or older, without regard to race, sex or
religious beliefs. The classes are designed to represent the diverse population and
neighborhoods of Philadelphia.

Contact Person – Corporal Megan Fabrizio @ 215-934-4147. Email-
Megan.Fabrizio@phila.gov

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