Community Academy

What is the Community Academy?

The Sheriff’s Office Community Academy is a 24 week course providing an overview of various law enforcement topics. The program explains the different aspects of police work using classroom discussions and hands-on demonstrations. The Community Academy offers community members insight into how Sheriff’s Deputies perform their duties and how the Sheriff’s Office serves the community and has been an effective tool in garnering public support.

Course Description

The Community Academy is not an accredited law enforcement certification program, but is designed to provide residents insight about the internal workings of the Sheriff’s Office and law enforcement in general.

Instruction consists of one 3 1/2-hour class each week for twenty three weeks, and a final graduation ceremony. Classes are limited to 25 students. View the schedule for the Community Academy.

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Course Curriculum

Criminal Law
Patrol Procedures
Boulder County Drug Task Force (BCDTF)
Canine (K-9) Unit
Boulder County Hazardous Device Response Team
Special Weapons And Tactics (S.W.A.T.)
Emergency Services
Communications
Media/Public Relations
Boulder County Jail Operations & Tour

Traffic Enforcement/DUI
Criminal Investigations
Crime Scene Processing
Family Abuse/Juvenile Procedures
Community Services
Identity Theft / Forensic Cyber Investigations
Personal Safety & Defensive Tactics

An integral part of the Academy is active participation in the dynamic training modules. These simulations provide an opportunity for a unique “hands-on” learning experience in tactical decision making and self defense.

Who May Attend the Academy?

Community members that are 18 years of age or older
Residents with no prior felony convictions
Community members with no misdemeanor convictions within the year prior to application
Have not attended our Community Academy in the previous 3 years. Your application will be considered after 3 years pending academy requirements; first time applicants will be given priority.

Local police record, driving history, and criminal histories will be checked prior to appointment.

When and Where is the Academy Held?

The next Community Academy will start October 12, 2023 thru March 21, 2024, applications must be received by 4:00 p.m. October 5, 2023
View the schedule for the Community Academy
Sessions will be held at the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Headquarters located at 5600 Flatiron Parkway, in Boulder Map and directions.

How Do I Apply to the Academy?

Download an Application Form
An application may be sent to you by contacting Academy Coordinator Dan Hershman at dhershman@bouldercounty.org.
Applications must be received by 4:00 p.m. October 5, 2023.
Cost for the Academy is $30 per person, which covers the cost of a polo shirt and Academy notebook. If you are accepted to attend the Academy the $30 fee must be paid to Academy Coordinator Hershman.

For More Information:

Academy Coordinator Dan Hershman at dhershman@bouldercounty.org