Police Cadets

The Villa Park Police Public Safety Cadet program is for youth ages 14-20 years old and are interested in learning about a career in law enforcement.  Mentors provide guidance and support to the Cadets and provide the unique opportunity for Cadets to interact with career professionals and engage in practical vocational experiences. 

Program Benefits:

  • National Events, Marksmanship, and Career Skills Competition
  • Leadership Development Academy
  • Scholarships
  • Mentor Training
  • Unit Program Accreditation
  • Youth Safety Program for All Participants
  • Academic Credits for Community Service
  • Building a Recruitment Pipeline and Pathway for Employment

Heraldry of the Public Safety Seal and Crest.pdf
 
https://publicsafetycadets.org/

How Do I Join?

Join Us for Open House Night! We invite you to attend our Open House Night on January 22, 2025, at 7:00 pm at the Villa Park Police Station. This is a great opportunity to meet our officers, learn more about the program, and engage with your local law enforcement team. We look forward to seeing you there! For more details, please visit our Facebook Event.

Want More Information?

Download our brochure here or visit our Facebook page. You can also contact Public Safety Cadet Mentors Detective Eric Haimann and Officer Nicholas Simons by email at cadets@invillapark.com or by phone at (630)592-6128.


VPPD Cadet Patch