JANUARY 22, 2014
Application process open for premier public safety teen academy
More than 40 teens gain life skills while learning about future careers in law enforcement and fire services June 2-6 at the Scottsdale Public Safety Teen Academy. This is the seventh year that Scottsdale Police and Fire departments offer a total public safety experience, which includes exposure to both police and fire training.
To participate in the Academy, teens (ages 14-18) must submit an application and go through a basic background check. Due to the high interest in the academy, it is recommended that applications be completed as soon as possible to secure a seat. The deadline is April 1, 2014. Attendance for the entire academy is required. The application is found here: http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/fire/teenacademy.
The action-packed week, held each day from 6:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at the Tom Hontz Training Facility (911 N. Stadem Drive, Tempe), features hands-on learning and demonstrations.
Scheduled activities include firefighting skill stations, Hands-only CPR awareness, basic first aid and triage, police riot control techniques, decision shooting scenarios, criminal investigations. The students also get to view tactical demonstrations by the Police K-9 Unit, Horse Patrol, SWAT and Bike teams. Teens will also see live fire and crash rescue scenarios up close and personal.
The academy will conclude with a graduation ceremony at 2:30 p.m., June 6, at the Granite Reef Senior Center, 1700 N. Granite Reef, Scottsdale.
Teens interested in pursuing a career in public safety are encouraged to apply for Scottsdale Police or Fire Explorer programs that offer year-round training and education.
For additional information, visit www.ScottsdalePD.com or www.ScottsdaleFD.com
