The Sacramento Police Department accepts applications for its Police Cadet Program on a continuous basis.  This program is part of our Youth Services Unit. The curriculum is designed for individuals aged 14 to 20 interested in a law enforcement career including in the specialty areas of CSI, Dispatch, Information Technology, and Records Management.  Police Cadets receive training and hands-on experience in various aspects of law enforcement, leadership, physical fitness, life skills, and community service.

The mission of the Police Cadet Program is to develop young people into productive, responsible citizens through leadership, team building, and hands-on activities while inspiring the pursuit of a law enforcement career.  

Sergeant Cindy Stinson, who supervises the Youth Services Unit, said, “Our Police Cadets are the future leaders in our community, and in keeping with our pipeline hiring philosophy, we want to prepare and inspire them to pursue a career in law enforcement.”

Cadets meet on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 – 8:30 at our 300 Richards Boulevard substation.  Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA and no felony convictions.  An interview and background check is part of the selection process.

Applications and more information about the program can be found at www.sacpd.org.  Click on “About” then “Participate” and “Youth Programs.”     

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