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RAHWAY POLICE
DEPARTMENT’S
FIFTH ANNUAL
YOUTH POLICE ACADEMY
 The
Youth Police Academy is designed to provide young adults with a better
understanding of police in today’s society. This academy will expose cadets
to some of the training, procedures and technology utilized by police
officers in order to provide the tools necessary to form objective opinions
regarding police action. The Rahway Police Department hopes to increase the
awareness and appreciation of law enforcement and our organization.
HOW DOES THE YOUTH POLICE
ACADEMY WORK?
The Youth Academy is a one-week program, which will meet daily from 8:00
a.m. to 2:15 p.m., June 25, 2007– June 29, 2007, at Rahway Police
Headquarters. Lunch will be provided to the academy participants free of
charge.
Cadets will be required to participate in all scheduled activities,
including fitness training, military drills, water safety, etc. The Youth
Police Academy is not a “boot camp” for troubled youth. It is designed to
operate like an actual police academy for those interested in law
enforcement.
WHAT SUBJECTS ARE COVERED IN THE YOUTH POLICE ACADEMY?
The following topics are covered during the academy:
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Accident Investigation
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Crime Scene Investigation
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Radar/DWI
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Fingerprinting
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Water Safety
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Sheriff’s Department Canine
Demonstration
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Patrol Procedures / Motor
Vehicle Stops
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F.A.T.S. (Fire Arms Training
Simulation)
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Physical Fitness Training
WHO CAN APPLY TO THE ACADEMY?
Any Rahway resident that his completed the fifth grade or is between 11 and
15 years of age can apply. Applications can be obtained by calling the
Community Relations Office at
732/ 669-3612, or Click here
for our PDF Application Form. Space is limited so please submit applications before
June 1, 2007.
ADVISORY
The Youth Academy will adhere to a strict paramilitary code of conduct. All
cadets will be expected to conduct themselves in accordance with these rules
and the Youth Academy’s dress code. Uniform shirts will be provided by the
academy.
Parental consent is required before anyone is allowed to participate in
the program.
HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION?
For questions regarding the Youth Police Academy, please contact Officer
Rodger at the Rahway Police Department Community Relations Office at 732/
669-3612.
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