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Woodstock Police and Fire Departments Announce Citizens’ Public Safety Academy

The Woodstock Police and Fire Departments are accepting applications for the Fall 2023 Citizens’ Public Safety Academy through September 12.

Citizens’ Public Safety Academy is a series of educational classes designed to enhance the citizen’s understanding of various aspects within the police and fire professions. The program is also intended to strengthen the relationship between citizens and these public safety departments as well as spotlight the responsibilities and inherent risks associated with the professions.

Classes Offered During This Series:
• CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter) Seminar
• Criminal Investigation Procedures
• Patrol Operations
• K9 Demonstration
• Traffic Unit and DUI Enforcement Presentation
• Extrication Demonstration
• Live Fire Demonstration
• Fire Safety and Prevention

The class will also tour the Woodstock Fire Department.

Classes will be held every Thursday from 6:30-8:30pm, September 14-November 16. Anyone who lives, works, or has an expressed interest in the city of Woodstock may apply to attend the classes. Applicants are required to be at least 19 years old and submit to a background investigation prior to acceptance into the program. Once accepted, positions are awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Citizens’ Public Safety Academy applications are available at the Woodstock Police Department (12453 Highway 92, Woodstock) or by visiting WoodstockGa.gov/academy. For more information, please contact Officer JoAn Willingham at 770-592-6000 x1172 or via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..