| How
to Apply |
| Registration forms can be printed out from
the Explorers registration link on this website and delivered
in person with their parent/guardian present (if under 18
years of age) for an initial interview Saturdays 9:30 a.m.
at the Philadelphia Police Academy. |
o Applicants must dress in business
attire or school uniform.
o No Jewelry permitted except for wrist watch.
o Bring Notepad and two pens
o Gym attire and sneakers in duffle bag required
o Packed lunch and a bottle of water.
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What
is the Police Explorer Cadet Program?
The goal of the Police Explorer Cadet Program is to teach
young adults the values needed to succeed in a law enforcement
career and in life. |
o Self-Discipline
o Self-Confidence
o Self-Respect
o Teamwork and the desire to help others |
The Philadelphia Police Explorer Cadet Program is designed
to introduce young adult men and women 14 to 20 years of
age interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement.
The program is designed to provide law enforcement training
and experience to the Explorer Cadet through mentoring,
classroom instruction, and hands-on training.
When Cadets reach their eighteenth (18), birthday and desire
to continue in the field of law enforcement they are encouraged
to apply to the Philadelphia Police Department and participate
in the testing process.
Cadets must have reached their nineteenth (19), birthday
at time of appointment to the Philadelphia Police Academy.
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| Some
of the Training Includes |
• Rules and Regulations
•
Police history
• Ethics & Moral Issues
• PA Criminal Justice System
• PA Crime
Code
• PA Motor Vehicle Code
• Search
& Seizure
• Use of Force
• Firearms
safety
• Report Writing & Note taking
• CPR & First Aid
• Handcuffing &
arrest procedures
• Patrol Procedures
•
Crowd & Traffic Control
• Crime Scene Search
• Tender age Search
• Field searches
• Control Substances Awareness
• Building
Raids
• Accident Investigations
• Graphic
Art/sketches
• Honor Guard Training
•
Water Rescue Training
• Crimes in Progress (burglary
& robbery in progress)
• Radio procedures
• Vehicle Investigations
• Domestic Disturbances
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Responsibilities
The Explorer Cadets provide assistance during many ceremonies
and activities sponsored by the following organizations:
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• Philadelphia Police Department
• Philadelphia Police Memorial Museum
•
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #5
• Executive
Fellowship Board
• Police & Fire Thrill Show
• Second Alarmers
• Law Enforcement Memorial
Run
• Blue Knights Motorcycle Club
•
Centurions Motorcycle Club
• Sgt. Joseph E. Le
Claire Memorial Golf Tournament
• Dr. Martin Luther
King Day, American Legion Henry Hill Post 385
…as
well as other community-oriented organizations
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Benefits
· Provides the Explorer Cadets with training and
knowledge required of various law enforcement procedures
and the laws.
· Provides community service
hours/credits required for high school graduation.
· Provides promotional opportunities and/or pay grade
advancements if Explorer Cadets
decides to join the U.S. Armed Forces.
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Provides excellent references when applying for employment
opportunities with law
enforcement agencies.
· Prepares the individual
for physical agility test required for all law enforcement
agencies.
· The opportunity to tour/train
at various law enforcement and correctional facilities and
academies with local, state & federal officials.
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| Mission
Statement |
The mission of the Police Explorer Cadet
Program is to guide young adults to a better path for the
future, through training, leadership, teamwork, discipline,
friendship and to assist the Philadelphia Police Department
and the citizens of Philadelphia through community service.
A chance to change, a direction in which to grow, a future
on which to build, and a safe place to be.
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listed here is believed to be current at the time of publication.
However, some of the material presented here may have expired
since it was posted. Persons should contact a Philadelphia Police
representative whenever relying on dated material or information
that is subject to change. |
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he Philadelphia Police Explorer Cadet Program offers training
to young adults ages 14 -20 who are interested in a career
in the law enforcement profession. 
