24
Nov
2015
By Calvin at 16:42 GMT, 8 years ago
Just been sent this by Nuneaton & Bedworth Neighbourhood Watch Association........
Warwickshire Police are offering residents in Nuneaton, Bedworth and North Warkwickshire Borough (including Coleshill, Atherstone, Polesworth) an exciting opportunity to learn about and experience the day-to-day workings of their local police force as part of the Citizens' Academy. This programme provides local people over the age of 18 with a unique insight into Warwickshire Police's work to protect people from harm, and improve residents' quality of life.
Members of the public can support the work of the police and their partner agencies by enrolling in the ten-week Citizens' Academy programme, to be held at North Warwickshire and Hinckley College from Thursday, 21 January 2016.
Police officers, police staff and supporting agencies/organisations will deliver presentations on key topics every Thursday evening, from 6.30pm-9.00pm.
What will you get from the course?
Students completing the programme will graduate from the Citizens' Academy and their participation will be recognised with a formal ceremony.
It is hoped that students will pass on their experiences and increased knowledge to the rest of the community, or become special constables or volunteers with the police or other agencies.
The course will cover a range of policing functions/roles including crime prevention and detection, recording crimes and incidents, road safety, forensic investigation, police use of firearms, internet safety, and the role of Safer Neighbourhood Teams as well as other key departments. There may be opportunities for students to experience ride-alongs with police officers and to visit a police station.
Participants will also be encouraged to request subjects of specific interest to them to ensure they get the best possible benefit from the time they invest.
How to apply for the North Warwickshire Citizens' Academy
Please visit this page on the Warwickshire Police Website
North Warwickshire Citizens' Academy https://www.warwickshire.police.uk/article/13780/North-Warwickshire-Citizens-Academy
