The application for students interested in joining the Chicago Police and Firefighter Training Program (CPFTA) for the Class of 2027 is now open!
If you have any questions about the application process, please contact CPFTA@cps.edu for assistance. Don’t miss this opportunity to take the first step toward a future in public safety!
CPFTA Application for the Class of 2027
Sophomore students interested in joining the CPFTA Class of 2027 are invited to attend recruitment information sessions during the winter and spring of 2025. Representatives from Chicago Public Schools (CPS), the Chicago Fire Department, and the Chicago Police Department will be present to provide details about the program and answer any questions.
All applicants are encouraged to attend one of these sessions to learn more about the program and the application process. Don’t miss this opportunity to get valuable insights and ask questions directly to those involved in the program!
| Date | Location | Address | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, January 25, 2025 | Quinn Fire Academy | 558 W. DeKoven 60607 | 10-11:30 a.m. |
| Saturday, February 1 2025 | Chicago Police Education and Training Academy | 558 W. DeKoven 60607 | 10-11:30 a.m. |
| Thursday, February 20, 2025 | Virtual Google Meeting | Virtual: meet.google.com/eam-fqod-cxf | 6-7:30 p.m. |
| Saturday, February 22, 2025 | Quinn Fire Academy | 558 W. DeKoven 60607 | 10-11:30 a.m. |
| Saturday, March 8, 2025 | Chicago Police Education and Training Academy | 1300 W. Jackson Blvd., 60607 | 10-11:30 a.m. |
| Thursday, March 20, 2025 | Virtual Google Meeting | Virtual: meet.google.com/pju-zvqg-xdb | 6-7:30 p.m. |