Police Cadets Become First To Graduate New Program

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By Eriech Tapia Staff Writer etapia@oklahoman.comNineteen students have completed the first-ever Oklahoma City Police Department Cadet Academy, often overcoming troubled family histories as they set their sights on becoming part of the police force of the future. “I wanted to have a career that means something and makes a difference … it is not about the money, you just have to have a love for people,” said Andrea Wood, 18, of Choctaw. Wood, who was homeschooled, said the police department is where she belongs, but the average $50,000 starting pay is not the reason for her passion. “It is a passion for me,” Wood said, having to leave friends she used to associate with on her path to becoming a police officer. After two years at the Metro Technology Center and Francis Tuttle, students can apply for the program, which is launched by a weeklong training course. Cadets learn about community relations, the duties of police officers and the service they will be providing to the department every month. The cadets are required to complete at least eight hours of service a month at events across the city, gaining experience that will help them become more prepared when they reach the required age to apply for the police force, said Capt.Read more on NewsOK.com

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