The application deadline is fast approaching for the Myrtle Beach Police Department's 38th Session of Citizens Police Academy

Applications for the fall session of the Myrtle Beach Police Department's popular Citizens Police Academy are being accepted through 5:00 p.m., Thursday, July 25. The 38th Session begins Monday, September 9, 2019. The program allows participants to get a behind-the-scenes look at law enforcement. Topics include crime scene investigation, K-9 units, emergency vehicle operations and simulated firearms training. Class members also ride along with Myrtle Beach police officers. The class meets from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. every Monday for 10 weeks. 

Applicants must be residents of Horry County and at least 21 years old. A valid driver’s license is required, along with criminal history check and driver’s license background check. Once accepted, class members must attend at least eight of the 10 sessions to graduate.

To download the application, see https://www.cityofmyrtlebeach.com/i_want_to/apply_for/citizens_police_academy.php.

Printed applications are available at the Ted C. Collins Law Enforcement Center, 1101 North Oak Street, and the Law Enforcement Center Annex, 3340 Mustang Avenue. Questions? Contact Lt. Tommy Chestnut at tchestnut@cityofmyrtlebeach.com or 843-918-1330.