CHATTANOOGA, Tenn
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. – The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD), one of only four law
enforcement agencies in Tennessee with its own police academy, proudly
announces the graduation of 14 cadets from its 22-week training program.
By operating its own academy, CPD is able to train cadets specifically in
the mission, values, and skills needed to best serve the Chattanooga
community. The program exceeds POST requirements and meets CALEA standards,
ensuring the highest level of professional training. Cadets receive
instruction in cultural diversity, firearms proficiency, constitutional
law, emergency vehicle operation, and scenario-based exercises designed to
strengthen both officer safety and community trust.
“I am honored to welcome these graduates as the newest members of the
Chattanooga Police Department,” said Chief John Chambers. “Their hard work
over the past 22 weeks shows their commitment not only to the profession,
but to the people of Chattanooga.”
Of the 14 graduates, 13 will now begin 16 weeks of field training where
they will continue developing their skills under the guidance of
experienced CPD Field Training Officers. One graduate will return to the
Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) as its newest investigator in the Fire
Investigations Division. CFD investigators, who are sworn firefighters,
must also complete police academy training as they conduct criminal
investigations, interview suspects, carry full arrest powers, and are armed.
The graduation ceremony took place at the University of Tennessee at
Chattanooga (UTC) Fine Arts Center and was hosted by the UTC Department of
Criminal Justice. CPD extends its gratitude to UTC for providing the venue
and support to celebrate this important milestone.
Congratulations to CPD Class 2025-1!
Interested in becoming a Chattanooga Police Officer? Email
CPDRecruiting@chattanooga.gov.
