Youth Cadet Program

 

Goodyear Police Youth Cadets

Teen Police Program

The Goodyear Police Youth Cadets is a young adult program for men and women ages fourteen through twenty years. The Youth Cadet Program provides the means and opportunity for the participants to build desirable qualities, as well as gain experience and insight into police work and the Goodyear Police Department.

Program Goals

  • Provides a strong Community Based Policing Program for youth
  • Youth Cadets receive a variety of law enforcement & leadership training and community service opportunities
  • Youth Cadets are encouraged to participate in personal fitness and other social/recreational activities
  • Youth Cadets work under direct supervision in the School Resource Officer Unit

Requirements

  • All Youth Cadets must maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.0 (C grade) for all courses taken
  • Youth Cadets that have graduated high school will be encouraged to continue their education with college courses
  • High school age students shall continue to be enrolled in high school until they graduate
  • Youth Cadets must maintain good moral character and demonstrate a willingness to serve and participate in activities

Opportunities

  • Exciting “hands-on” career experiences
  • Combines classroom training
  • Ride-a-longs in police vehicles
  • College preparation and discussion
  • Community service projects and events
  • Team building opportunities
  • Shooting at the range
  • National events and competitions

Benefits

  • Self Confidence & Leadership Skills
  • Strong Work Ethic & Commitment
  • Respect for Police Officers, Explorers & Law Enforcement Profession
  • New Personal & Professional Skills
  • Marksmanship & Gun Safety Skills
  • General Law Enforcement Based Knowledge & Skills
  • Physical fitness and recreational activities

Do you meet the qualifications and are you interested in becoming a Youth Cadet?

  • Print the application CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD
  • Applicant must fill out (not parent, friend, sibling, etc.)
  • Ensure the application is complete with explanations, dates, contact information, etc.
  • Return the application to Sergeant Mitterbauer at the Goodyear Police Department by mail, drop off at the front lobby window or scan/email: 11 N. 145th Ave. Goodyear, AZ 85338 ATTN: Sgt. Mitterbauer.

If you have any questions regarding the Youth Cadet Program, please contact Sergeant Mitterbauer here.