SEDONA, Ariz. – The city invites residents to apply for the 2023 Spring Sedona Police Community Police Academy, a free program designed to experience firsthand engagement with the Sedona Police Department, have a better understanding of the department’s role within the community and foster a collaborative relationship with residents.

The nine-week program will be held every Thursday evening from 6 to 9 p.m. starting on March 2, 2023. It is for residents of Sedona and members of the business community and helps create open communication between community members and the Sedona Police Department staff. The police personnel are afforded direct interaction with community members to better understand what they value and gain perspective of community goals. 

Course curriculum includes:

Patrol procedures

Crime scene investigations (fingerprinting and DNA collection)

Traffic control (DUI, motorcycle detail, collision)

Firearms

Use of force

Investigations

Specialty assignments: K-9, Narcotics Detective, School Resource Officer, Community Service Officer and Community Service Aid

Volunteers

Cadet Program

Police communication (dispatch)

Applications must be received by Feb. 17, 2023. Seats are limited to 15 individuals; participants will be notified by Feb. 23, 2023 if they have been selected. Classes will primarily be held at The Hub, located at 525-B Posse Ground Dr.

Applicants must be 18 years of age. Any incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered for participation. At this time, face coverings are optional.

An application can be obtained at the Sedona Police Department front desk or by emailing Sgt. Casey Pelletier at [email protected]    

Learn more at www.sedonaaz.gov/your-government/departments/police/community-programs/community-police-academy. For questions contact Pelletier at 928-203-5006 or the email listed above.