What are Cadets?

The DPD Youth Cadet Program is open to young men and women ages 12 to 20 Years old with an interest in learning more about careers in the field of Law Enforcement. Cadets meet every Tuesday at the DeLand Police Department from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The Youth Cadet program is intended to provide youth an up close view of Law Enforcement. The program provides career orientation experiences, leadership opportunities, and community service activities. The primary goals of the program are to help young adults choose a career path within law enforcement and to challenge them to become responsible citizens of their communities and the nation.

CONTACTS:

Ofc. Rod Hancock
Post Advisor
(386) 626-7472
hancockr@deland.org

Ofc. Jose Torres
Post Advisor
(386) 626-7443
torresj@deland.org

Training Examples

• Crime Scene
• Patrol Orientations
• Firearms Safety Course
• Firearms
• First Aid
• Drug Education
• K/9
• Defensive Tactics
• Criminal Investigations

Benefits

• Self Confidence
• Leadership Experience
• Fun & exciting hands-on career experience
• Community Service Opportunity
• Team Building
• Field Trips
• Social Events

How to Join:

• Contact the DeLand Police Department Community Engagement office at 386-626-7420
• Attend 3 meetings
• Fill out an application (if under 18, with parents or guardian’s permission.)
• Open to Youth between the ages of 12 – 20 years of age.
• Uniforms and equipment provided Free

Expectations of members 

• 2.0 grade average
• Attend Meetings
• Participate in Community Events
• Lead by Example