Citizens Police Academy
• • • CPA APPLICATION
Citizens Police Academy is a joint academy with the Milford and Loveland Police Departments. This 10 week course is typically held every Wednesday from 6:30p – 9:30p beginning in September, with a graduation dinner taking place late November.
This program provides an opportunity for citizens to learn about the operations of a police department and various aspects of what it is like to be a police officer. A lot of the training will be hands on! Some of the training topics include: Police K-9, jail tour, narcotics, active shooter, a visit from Air Care and gun safety. Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years old and willing to submit to a background check. The class has a limited number of participants with priority given to Miami Township residents.
Click on the link above to complete your application, or for further questions you can contact Officer Dold at (513) 248-3721 or Staci.Dold@MiamiTwpOH.gov
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the principles of community-oriented policing. This approach promotes citizen involvement in crime prevention efforts and fosters connections within the community. The Academy offers hands-on learning opportunities that allow the public to understand what we do, how we do it, and why it matters. If you're interested in attending a future academy session, please reach out to Lieutenant Dan Tobias or Officer Staci Dold at (513) 248-3721.
The academy's curriculum may change based on instructor availability, but typically includes the following topics:
• Orientation
• Mock Crash
• Defensive Tactics
• Police K9
• Drone Operations
• Use of Force
• Criminal Investigations
• Judicial Process
• Jail Tour
• Firearms Training Simulator
• Active Shooter Response
CITIZENS POLICE ACADEMY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
The Miami Township Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association (CPAAA) was established after the first session of the Citizens Police Academy. Graduates from the inaugural class wanted to remain engaged with the police department post-graduation.
The alumni association was created to facilitate ongoing involvement and volunteer opportunities for community events. To join the association, members must be graduates of a CPA session and maintain active membership status. The CPAAA convenes once a month from January to November, with meetings featuring a social hour followed by a guest speaker, concluding with a business discussion.
The group elects board members, including a President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Member at Large, through a plurality vote during the Annual Meeting in November. Newly elected officers begin their terms in January.
Alumni Association members participate in various activities, such as managing roadblocks during parades, conducting security patrols, and assisting with community events like National Night Out, Shop With A Cop, and Safety Fair. They also support the police department with clerical tasks, inventory management, and data collection.
Members of the CPAAA believe that ensuring a safe community is a shared responsibility that extends beyond emergency services. They are committed to their community and dedicate their time and skills to maintain it as an excellent place to live.