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Police chief highlights new academy that awards college credits
Summary
Council discussed a new 'Central Island College' police academy offering about 707 hours over 15 weeks and awarding 46 college credit hours plus extra certifications (taser, radar); council members discussed sponsorship and age/certification questions.
The council heard from public-safety staff about a newly available college-based police academy program. The police-related presenter described the program as roughly 707 hours over 15 weeks and noted it will award trainees 46 college credit hours; the program also offers additional certifications such as taser and radar that the current local academy does not routinely provide.
Council members asked whether agency sponsorship or age limits apply and were told students can enroll and receive certification, though to be a sworn officer one typically must meet a minimum age (around 21). "The trainee will come out with 46 college credit hours, from this," the presenter said; the council discussed potential sponsorship and training benefits for local recruits.
