What is the Community Police Academy? 

The Hermosa Beach Police Department is very pleased to provide the community with an inside look at our practice of local law enforcement through our Community Police Academy. The program is comprised of 7 sessions designed to give participants an overview of the Departments and its functions, responsibilities, and operational procedures. 

Classes are taught by police officers, police executives, and highly specialized civilian employees of the HBPD. In addition, participants have the opportunity to interact with the Chief of Police and other members of the Department.  

Throughout the Academy, classes are conducted in a variety of formats. The classes may consist of demonstrations, discussions, lectures, and interactive exercises! There is no cost involved, and all class materials are provided to participants. 

When are the Academy Classes?

Classes are offered twice a year - in the spring and fall.  We meet one night per week, two (2) hours per sessions, for up to 7 weeks. Most classes are held at the Hermosa Beach City Hall. Graduation is held during the last week of the Academy. 

How am I selected? 

Community Police Academy participants are selected through an application
process conduced by the HBPD Administrative Services Unit and approved by the Chief of Police.

Each Community Police Academy class has a limited enrollment. Candidates for the Academy must meet the following criteria:

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Live, work, or attend school in Hermosa Beach
• Have no felony convictions.
• Have no pending criminal cases or outstanding warrants for your arrest.
• Be able to attend at least 80 percent of the program.
• Sign participation waiver forms

Note: A criminal history check will be conducted to verify information provided by the participant. Any requirement may be waived or modified upon the review and approval of the Chief of Police.

How do I apply?

Complete the application form and mail to:

Hermosa Beach Police Department

Administrative Services Unit

540 Pier Ave

Hermosa Beach, Ave 90254

or email to:

MFranco@hermosabeach.gov

Applications for the Fall CPA are now closed.