Sheriff's Citizens Patrol
Training
Training for Citizens Patrol members consists of a 40-hour plus comprehensive Sheriff's Citizens Patrol Academy. Training
will take place at the Sheriff's Administrative Building located at 120 West Third Street in downtown Winston-Salem. Training
will be held twice a week on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, between 6:00 and 8:00 p.m., for approximately 10 weeks. There is
a possibility of some Saturday training. There will be a graduation ceremony following completion of the training.
Topics covered in the Academy include, but are not limited to:
- Courts Overview
- Physical Training
- Structure/Function of the Sheriff's Office
- Community Patrols
- Communications
- Crime Prevention
- Victim Assistance
- Criminal Justice System
- Civil Processes
- Driving Techniques
- Traffic Control
- Special Enforcement Team
- School Resource Program
- Canine Team
- Fingerprinting
- CPR Certification
- Harassment in the Workplace
- Jail Tour
These classes will be oriented towards student question and answer sessions, as well as students participating in practical
training. For additional information about training, please contact Charles Bean, SCP Director, at 748-4100, ext. 3325.
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