The Chicago Police and Firefighter Training Academy (CPFTA) program provides training for students interested in careers in public safety, law enforcement, criminal justice, and fire science. The 2-year program was developed jointly by the Chicago Public Schools’ Department of Career and Technical Education (CTE), the Chicago Police Department (CPD), the Chicago Fire Department (CFD), and the City Colleges of Chicago (CCC). The program recruits and trains up to 250 public and non-public high sch

The Chicago Police & Firefighter Training Program CPFTA application for the Class of 2028 is OPEN! 🗓️ Deadline: May 1, 2026 👩🏽‍🚒👮🏾 For Chicago sophomores who want to serve their community. 📍 Attend an info session to learn more. 🔗 Questions? [email protected] | Substance News