This citizens' academy will be every Thursday from April to June, with graduation on the last day of class.
Click here for the application. For more information on how to sign up and register, contact Sergeant Jason Hedstrom at jlhedstr@kitsap.gov.
The mission of the Kitsap Public Safety Citizens Academy is to enhance the safety and quality of life in the greater Kitsap community. We execute this mission by utilizing individuals and businesses to contribute to the efforts to address public safety issues in partnership with the first responders who serve our community.
What you'll learn...
- Introduction to the Fire and Law Enforcement, Goals & Expectations
- Law Enforcement - KCSO overview, policing, and police reform
- Fire - History, data, growth, and vision
- Law Enforcement - Corrections & Re-Entry Program
- Fire - Bunker gear, SCBA, hose, and ladder
- Law Enforcement - K9, SWAT, Traffic, and Detectives
- Fire EMS, CPR, Stop the Bleed, and Mega code
- Law Enforcement - Use of Force alternative tactics
- Fire - Ropes, extrication, and climbing
- Graduation
The trainings will be held at various locations throughout Kitsap County. Here are a few of those locations.
- CKFR Admin Building
- Kitsap County Admin Building
- Readiness Center
- Bremerton PD Range
