Cambridge Youth Police Academy
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We host a 6-week academy designed to expose participating youth to various duties associated with law enforcement as a profession through the Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program.
Sign-up Information
Ages: 14 to 18.
Grades 9th grade through 12th grade.
Cambridge residents only.
Participating youth should be transitioning from 8th - 12th grade.
Refreshments provided.
Registration required
- Sign-up is ongoing
You should contact us directly in order to register, or apply through the Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program Trax Application when it is released (typically for 2-3 weeks in April).
Cost
This Program is free!
This program pays participating youth through MSYEP!
Location
- In-person only.
125 Sixth Street
Cambridge, MA 02141
United States
East Cambridge
Dates and Times
This program runs during the summer.
Monday through Thursday.
Program runs 9:00AM- 2:00PM over the summer from July - August 2022.
Additional information
Youth workers learn about the role and function of Cambridge Police Officers and varying units within the Department, including the Traffic Unit, Explosive Ordnance Unit, and Special Response Team. They are also able to learn about and practice OUI stops, traffic stops, handcuffing, baton techniques and self-defense. Participants gain understanding about juvenile law, rights, and responsibilities with Strategies for Youth and the role of the Cambridge Fire Department, Emergency Communications Department and Pro EMS in public safety. (Daily Workouts, Mindfulness, Yoga, Boot Camp, & CPR Certification)
Free
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Last updated October 16, 2024.
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