Youth Academy

Youth Academy Group photo at Dove Valley


Colorado State Patrol Youth Academy

June 9th- 15th, 2013
Applications Due by March 8th 2013

 

The goal of the CSP Youth Academy is to assist in the development of future leaders for the state of Colorado.

 

 

 

What to Expect

Focus will be on leadership development through team exercises and individual achievement. Cadets will become familiar with the basic elements of the CSP Academy through a demanding daily training schedule.

The CSP Youth Academy will be mentally and physically demanding, and will challenge all participants. The Academy is limited to forty participants selected throughout the state.


How Much Does It Cost?
The Academy is provided at no cost to the participants. The Academy is made possible through partnerships with local community-minded businesses, organizations, and the Colorado State Patrol.
Training Includes The Requirements
  • Team Building and Leadership
  • Ethics and Law Enforcement
  • Introduction to Law Enforcement Driving
  • Firearm Safety and Familiarization
  • Police Communications Procedures
  • History and Philosophy of the CSP
  • Applicant Requirements:
  • Be at Least Sixteen (16) Years of Age by June 10, 2013
  • Be a High School Junior or Senior in the Fall of 2013
  • Have a Minimum GPA of 2.0
  • Be a Colorado Resident
  • Posses a Valid Colorado Driver's License
  • Show Proof of Current Medical Insurance
  • Have Doctor Certification of Ability to Participate
  • Agree to a Criminal and Driver History Check
  • Present Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
  • Complete an Application and Local Interview

How To Apply

If you meet the above requirements, download the CSP Youth Academy Application, or pick up an application from your local troop office beginning the second week of January.

All applications for the 2013 Youth Academy must be returned to your local troop office no later than March 8, 2013, with two letters of recommendation. Applications received after this date will not be considered for the 2013 Youth Academy.

*Applicants who are accepted to attend the 2013 Youth Academy will be mailed a cadet packet in April.


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For more information contact:
Captain Matzke
970.506.4999
E-Mail:
Paul.Matzke@state.co.us

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