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Communications/911
Learn how roughly 91 to 100 9-1-1 and Radio operators handle nearly
half a million calls for service! (2002 actuals = 397,058). Listen
to an actual 911 call. Operators and supervisors of the Communications
center will amaze you with their statistics. Learn about the Telephone
Reporting Unit (TRU) and how it can be the best method for reporting
many routine incidents. Learn about how calls for service are prioritized
and the difference between a burglary and a robbery.
Recruiting and Selection
The staff of the Recruiting office explain the entrance requirements
for attending the APD Training Academy. Physical, mental abilities
and other requirements are explained in some detail. Some interesting
statistics are given concerning what it takes to complete the training!
Patrol/Traffic/Bike/Horse Units
Learn how the various units within APD share the responsibility
for the wide variety of duties and services that they perform. Learn
about the "EXTRA" requirements necessary to belong to
any specialized units.
Use of Force
Officers explain about the use of force in police situations. You
will be taught about the use of the Reactive Control Model (RCM),
and how a cooperative suspect in a seemingly benign situation can
become a threat to the officer, the public, or both in the blink
of an eye! Learn how the circumstances of a stop/arrest affect how
the officer handles the situation. Are there weapons present? Is
the suspect known to exhibit violent behavior? Is the suspect an
"NFL Line Backer" type, or of fairly average stature?
Arrest and Control
Find out how an officer arriving on the scene takes control of the
situation! Why were the officers called in the first place? Was
it a crime in progress? Was it to place someone into protective
custody? Was it to serve an arrest warrant? What should you do if
YOU are stopped? Some Do's and Don'ts of stumbling into a crime
scene. There is also a class participation activity in which students
are invited to learn baton techniques with an officer/instructor
in a special suit.
Internal Affairs
Learn about the job of having to investigate your fellow officers!
What happens to officer and Department morale. Why are officers
put on administrative leave following a police shooting?
D.W.I.
If you think you know something about the D.W.I. problem around
here, then this class is definitely for you! Find out what the statistics
mean in real terms and see first hand what happens to someone who
drinks too much. Class volunteers are given the opportunity to drink
during the class, given a field sobriety test, and are given a breath
analysis test. All volunteers MUST be of legal drinking age and
have a designated driver present to participate in this activity.
Canine Unit
Meet with actual officers who work with Police Service Dogs. Find
out what is involved in the selection and training process for these
dogs, as well as the somewhat surprising dollar amount involved!
Did you know that the officers must be familiar with commands in
a foreign language in order to work and issue commands to them?
Learn why this is done.
Anti-Crime Team/S.W.A.T.
The function of the Anti-Crime Team is very important. Find out
what this specialized unit does, the types of situations in which
they are called to assist, and the special training all members
must have. You may also be surprised to find out that a large percentage
of all their activations are resolved through negotiation rather
than the use of force.
Crisis Intervention Team
The Crisis Intervention Team's goal is to minimize the use of force
in situations that otherwise might demand force. They deal with
those elements of our society that exhibit chronic behavior patterns
that may pose risks to themselves or others. They also work closely
with the mental health care provider network to help identify deficiencies
in our health care programs. Learn how they work to accomplish these
objectives.
Domestic Violence
If the fact that in 2002, there were 16,000 Domestic Violence calls
placed to APD surprises you, then you will be interested in this
class. Knowing what to expect when arriving on the scene of a Domestic
Violence call can mean the difference between life and death, not
only for the Officer, but possibly for those involved.
Juvenile Probation
Juvenile Probation Officers will educate you about some of the types
of problems encountered with the youth of the Duke City. You may
be surprised to learn the daily cost of maintaining a single juvenile
in jail.
Gangs
Officers from the APD Gang Unit will present some startling stats
on the nature and scope of the gang problem in Albuquerque. Who
they are, where they come from, etc. See how young they start the
gang life, and how some gang members never leave the fold. Learn
about gang "wannabe's" and how to tell the difference
between true gang bangers and graffiti taggers.
Narcotics
Officers from the Narcotics Unit will show you actual samples taken
during local drug busts: heroin, crack, pot, etc. You will learn
how to tell one from the other. Find out the alarming statistics
about the explosive growth in the manufacture and use of something
called methamphetamines.
Criminalistics
Criminalistics investigators will amaze you with the tools and techniques
used in the science of modern crime investigation. You may get to
view some crime scene investigation photographs.
Field Invesitgations
Find out what goes on at a crime scene. You will be shown what field
investigators look for at a crime scene and how clues are gleaned
from the most insignificant findings. There may also be an opportunity
to take a tour of the Mobile Crime Lab van.
Violent Crimes
In this class, you will find out some of what makes the truely violent
criminal offenders mind's tick. What does it take to work with these
kinds of special cases?
Vice
This is actually one of the more lively discussions in the class.
Unfortunately, it is also one of the more sobering ones as well!
Too many young people never get to be older citizens due to choosing
to live a life on the streets and turning to prostitution. Find
out how the vice officers tackle this illegal activity, and why
certain times of the year are busier than others.
CrimeStoppers
Representatives from Crime Stoppers tell you what you can do to
avoid becoming a statistic. How to safeguard your home, car, and
other property is discussed.
Please submit comments or questions to Officer Gerald Sandoval, CPA Coordinator, at (505) 343-5009