PUBLIC SAFETY CITIZENS ACADEMY

Citizens often wish they knew more about the public safety system. In turn, Prattville Police Department and Prattville Fire Department members wish the public had a better understanding of the challenges facing Police Officers and Firefighters. To bridge the gap the Prattville Police Department and Prattville Fire Department have joined together and created "The Prattville Police and Fire Citizens' Academy."

The Prattville Police and Fire Citizens' Academy offers a two-way communication between the citizens, Police Officers and Firefighters, and provides a mechanism for educating the public about public safety.

Course Cost: Free

Class Size: 20-25

Qualifications:

• You must be 21 years of age and live or work in Autauga County.
• You must clear a review of your Criminal and Driver's History
• Classes meet on Thursday's from 6: 00 pm to 8: 00 pm
• Total Time is 20 hours over 10 weeks (You are asked to commit to attend at least 8 of the 10 sessions)

Course Content: The Police and Fire Citizens' Academy is a 10-week program that will be held at The Prattville Police and Fire Departments.

Schedule:

Each Police and Fire Citizens' Academy session covers a variety of subjects ranging from basic law enforcement and Firefighting techniques and their role in the community to discussions and demonstrations. The curriculum is as follows:

• Thurs. April 9 2026: Welcome Night with Police Chief Thompson and Fire Chief Bingham (Introduction to Police and Fire Operations), Community Relations Unit: Prattville Police Department
• Thurs. April 16: EMS Operations: PFD Public Safety Training Facility
• Thurs. April 23: Drug Investigations: Public Safety Training Facility
• Thurs: April 30: Fire Suppression: PFD Public Safety Training Facility
• Thurs. May 7: Crime Scene Investigations & Investigative Procedures: Public Safety Training Facility
• Thurs. May 14: Fire Safety/Public Education: PFD Public Safety Training Facility
• Thurs. May 21: Patrol Procedures/Use of Force: Public Safety Training Facility
• Thurs. May 28: Fire Inspection/Investigations: PFD Public Safety Training Facility
• Thurs. June 4: SWAT Team: Prattville Firing Range
• Thurs. June 11: Special Operations/Technical Rescue: PFD Public Safety Training Facility
• Sat. June 13: Graduation: Prattville Public Safety Training Facility

For more information about the Police and Fire Citizens Academy, please contact:

•  Lt. Camille Emmanuel (334) 595-0221
• Sgt. Mark Lively (334)595-0222 
• Lt. Brandon Amos at (334) 595-0251

To apply for the next Citizens Academy, please use the online application and waiver form below.