Fairfax County Police Department

CONTACT INFORMATION: 24/7 Emergency Response; Office and Program Hours Vary
703-691-2131 TTY 711 (Non-Emergency)
12099 Government Center Parkway
Fairfax, VA 22035
Kevin Davis
Chief of Police

Department Resources

Police Leaders of Tomorrow

Application Deadline: June 8, 2026

Classes held June 22 – 26, 2026.

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June 22 - 26, 2026
Considering a career in law enforcement?

Police Leaders of Tomorrow is a program for young adults wishing to explore careers in law enforcement and learn about policing. The program offers a variety of activities and opportunities for attendees to learn about the police profession, the importance of service to the community, and maintaining good character.

Eligibility

Police Leaders of Tomorrow is offered free of charge and is open to young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 in the Metro Washington Area.

Class size is limited. Participants are expected to provide their own transportation.

Acceptance into the program is subject to a successful review of applicant's criminal record and police contact history.

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What You'll Learn

  • Fairfax Criminal Justice Academy tour
  • Crime scene investigations
  • K-9 demonstration
  • Ride-along
  • Leadership panel
  • Crisis intervention and de-escalation
  • Applicant hiring standards
  • And more…

Details

Classes will be held June 22 – 26, 2026:

  • Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at various police facilities in Fairfax County
  • Application deadline is June 8, 2026
For More Information

Call 703-246-3332 or email CPA@fairfaxcounty.gov.

You may also be interested in our Teen Police Academy and Future Women Leaders in Law Enforcement program for high school girls.

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