Law Enforcement Associate Degree

Program Overview

The Associate of Science in Law Enforcement combines practical police training with theoretical foundations in corrections and criminology. Students gain a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, emphasizing constitutional and criminal law, ethics, and community involvement. The program prepares graduates for careers in law enforcement, including police officers, private investigators, and correctional officers.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• The Associate of Science degree in law enforcement combines practical training in police procedures with the theoretical foundation of such topics as corrections and criminology.

Objectives:

• The students will apply constitutional and criminal law to real world issues and problems in society.
• The students will implement the commitment to abide by the law enforcement code of ethics.
• The successful student will comprehend the role of the criminal justice system in our society.
• The student will operate with the commitment to enforce the laws of the State and Nation fairly and equally to all members of the community.
• The student will construct well-written documents related to the criminal justice system.

Outline:

• The program's content includes:
• Criminal law
• Constitutional law
• Corrections
• Criminology
• Police procedures
• The program's structure is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system.
• The program's course schedule includes:
• Criminal Law I
• Criminal Law II
• Constitutional Law
• Corrections
• Criminology
• Police Procedures I
• Police Procedures II
• Field Training

Assessment:

• The program's assessment methods include:
• Exams
• Quizzes
• Papers
• Projects
• The program's assessment criteria include:
• Accuracy
• Completeness
• Organization
• Clarity
• Originality

Teaching:

• The program's teaching methods include:
• Lectures
• Discussions
• Role-playing
• Simulations
• Field trips
• The program's faculty are experienced professionals in the field of law enforcement.
• The program's unique approaches include:
• A focus on practical training
• A commitment to community involvement
• A strong emphasis on ethics

Careers:

• The program's career paths include:
• Police officer
• Private investigator
• Border patrol officer
• Correctional officer
• Probation/parole officer