Law Enforcement Certificate
Length: 4 Semesters
Purpose
The certificate in law enforcement is designed for practitioners in law enforcement and associated fields who desire to take only those courses which relate directly to their employment needs. However, students who fail to demonstrate an ability to meet academic standards may be advised to enroll in appropriate classes which are designed to provide the background necessary for academic proficiency.
Occupational Objectives
Police Officer; Private Investigator; Deputy Sheriff; Private Security Officer; Corrections Officer
Admission Requirements
In addition to the admission requirements established for the college, entry into this program requires proficiency in English, mathematics, and reading. Students who do not meet entry requirements, or whose placement test scores indicate a need for further preparation, will be placed in the appropriate developmental studies courses in English, mathematics, and/or reading. These developmental course credits do not apply toward degrees or certificates. Students required to take two or more developmental courses will need additional semesters to complete any program.
Program Requirements
The law enforcement certificate program is designed to improve the job-related skills of persons engaged in law enforcement. Students will be advised as to which courses are most applicable to their field of interest and will, upon completion of the curriculum, be awarded a Certificate in Law Enforcement.
Program Notes
All courses must be approved by the Law Enforcement Program advisor. Graduates of the Virginia State Police Basic Training Academy and the Law Enforcement Officers Training Standards Course may receive advanced standing credit for some program requirements. Additional credits may be received for relevant and qualified in-service criminal justice seminars and courses. Students must be enrolled in the program in order to have previous law enforcement training evaluated.
| Course # | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADJ 100 | Survey of Criminal Justice | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ENG 111 | College Composition I | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| SDV 100 | College Success Skills | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Approved Social Science Elective1 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Course # | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADJ 201 (or ADJ 140) | Criminology (or Introduction to Corrections) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ENG 112 | College Composition II | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Approved Social Science Elective1 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Elective2 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| Course # | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADJ 105 | Juvenile Justice System | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ITE 115 | Introduction to Computer Applications and Concepts | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| HLT/PED | Health or Physical Education | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Semester Total | 6 | 2 | 7 |
| Course # | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADJ 227 | Constitutional Law for Justice Personnel | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Elective2 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| HLT/PED | Health or Physical Education | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Semester Total | 6 | 2 | 7 |
Total Minimum Credits: 36
1 Typical courses include ECO, GEO, HIS, PLS, PSY, SOC
2 In selecting courses, students should seek the advice of their academic advisor in order to assure courses taken are consistent with transfer or career goals.
This page was last modified on July 5, 2011. If you are looking for previous catalog information, please reference the 2006-2007 Catalog, 2008-2010 Catalog, 2010-2012 Catalog.
