MIAMI – The Miami-Dade Police Department's Citizen Academy held their 44th class' graduation Wednesday night.
The classes are held one night per week at the department's Fred Taylor Headquarters building.
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During the 14-week program, students are taught about laws, firearms and use of force, stress management, domestic violence and patrol procedures. They also participate in an eight-hour riding assignment during the course.
The department said the course allows participants to understand police training, procedures and philosophy.
One the course is completed, students receive a basic law enforcement-style graduation and diploma.
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