The Sacramento Police Department has utilized the CSO program for more than 25 years. This experience was translated into the training program by using the knowledge of current CSO's and former CSO's, now sworn officers, as instructors and mentors. In addition to highly trained and experienced department personnel, the Academy uses professional instructors from the Sacramento County District Attorney's Office and the private sector. The Academy is located in Downtown Sacramento, close to lodging, food and shopping. There are four openings in each academy for individuals not yet hired by an agency.
Selection is on a first come first serve basis.