City of Alexandria Academy Programs
Alexandria Community Fire Academy
Accepting Applications
The Alexandria Community Fire Academy is now accepting applications! The purpose of the Alexandria Community Fire Academy is to educate the Alexandria community about fire safety and emergency medical response, while learning about the history, administration, operations and apparatus of an urban public safety agency. The goal of the Academy is to build partnerships within the community by helping participants understand how the fire department works, and to encourage volunteering within the community.
Participants will also have an opportunity, through hands-on training, to experience a "day in the life" as a firefighter/paramedic. They will learn skills such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), how to stretch a hose line, ladder operations, and how an engine and truck operate, along with special operations skills
The Fire Academy program is free and is open to Alexandria residents, business owners, and employees over the age of 18. The deadline for applications is Friday, February 16, 2024.
Community Police Academy
Accepting Applications
Get to know your police department! The Alexandria Police Department (APD) is now accepting applications for the 50th session of the Alexandria Community Police Academy. The Academy provides an opportunity for residents to learn about the police department, including administrative philosophy, internal policies, and the guiding principles of law and ethical conduct that govern the delivery of police services. Classes combine lecture and activities. Class topics will include patrol operations, gangs, crime prevention, crime scene investigations, criminal investigations, and the Special Operations Team.
The academy will be held Wednesday evenings at APD headquarters on Wednesdays, 6:30-9:00 p.m. from March 6-May 8, culminating in a formal graduation.
Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, live or work in Alexandria, and able to commit to attending all nine sessions. Applicants must have no misdemeanor arrests within one year of application and no felony convictions. A criminal history check will be conducted on all applicants. Class size is limited to 25 participants. To apply, submit an application by February 8.
With questions on the Community Police Academy, email the Volunteer Office at Mary.Bruno@alexandriava.gov. If you prefer communication in another language, free interpretation & translation services are available LanguageAccess@alexandriava.gov
Sheriff's Community Academy
Accepting Applications
The Sheriff's Office is currently accepting applications for the spring session of the Sheriff’s Community Academy. This is an excellent way for Alexandrians to learn firsthand about the work of the Sheriff’s Office and the critical role we play in the criminal justice system. Academy members will tour the jail and courthouse, take part in hands-on activities, see demonstrations, and meet with staff. The spring session will be on four consecutive Saturday mornings starting April 6. Space is limited and applications must be received by March 8 so please apply soon.