Mon – Fri: 8:30 – 4:00

(609) 883-2900 
2 Jake Garzio Drive
Ewing, NJ 08628

Mon – Fri: 8:30 – 4:00

(609) 883-2900 
2 Jake Garzio Drive
Ewing, NJ 08628

The Citizens Police Academy is set to return in 2026!

Have you ever wondered what it is like to be a police officer?

Citizens Police Academy 2026webIf you are one of the many people who are interested in learning about law enforcement, the Citizens’ Police Academy may be for you.   The Ewing Police Department is once again offering an engaging 8-week program open to community members aged 18 and older. It’s designed to provide a deeper understanding of Ewing Police Department and helping residents become informed partners in public safety.

Topics Covered

This interactive program is designed to educate township residents about department procedures, guidelines, responsibilities, and demands of personnel that guide police decision-making. Some of the topics that will be covered include: An overview of the Department’s organization and structure, recruitment and training, crime scene investigations, the 911 operating system, K9 unit demonstrations, and the roles and responsibilities of the various divisions and sections. In addition, participants will be given an opportunity to “ride along” with a patrol officer and experience a firearms training simulation. 

The Citizen Police Academy is open to township residents, business owners, and school faculty within the Township of Ewing who are over the age of 18.  Please be advised that this class is not a training course to become a sworn police officer. 

Details:

  • Dates: Thursdays, April 2, 2026 – May 21, 2026
  • Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Location: Ewing Police Department
  • Attendance Requirement: You must attend at least seven of the eight classes to graduate
  • Application Limit: Only the first 20 applicants will be accepted.

Please note:

  • The Citizen Police Academy does not have any physical fitness requirements. 
  • This is not an actual police academy. 

Applications are due by March 2, 2026

All applicants must undergo a background check. The application is available on the website: Ewing Police Citizens Academy Application. 

If you need any additional information, please feel free to contact Sgt. Matthew Folis of the Ewing Police Department at 609-882-1313 ext. 5678 or email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..