Law Enforcement Services

Law Enforcement Services Course Listing

Students who successfully complete the Law Enforcement Services program will be prepared to enter the State Law Enforcement Academy.  Law Enforcement experience and a four-year college degree open opportunities for employment with federal agencies and command positions in local and state law enforcement. Law Enforcement Services majors get jobs such as: police officer, deputy sheriff, correction officer, state trooper, magistrate, F.B.I agent, SLED agent or federal marshal.

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Law Enforcement Services 1     651082CD

Grades 10 – 12                                                 

2 units

Prerequisite: None

This course includes an overview of the functions and history of law enforcement with emphasis on current laws that police officers must enforce. The study also includes the responsibilities of agencies involved in the administration of justice to include police organizations, court systems, correctional systems and juvenile justice agencies.

Law Enforcement Services 2     651182CD

Grades 11 – 12                                                 

2 units

Prerequisite: Law Enforcement 1 

This course enables students to experience academic and practical skills needed in the area of law enforcement. Units of study include crime scene investigation, self-defense tactics and DUI recognition. There is an articulation agreement with CCTC for students to earn credit for CRJ 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice. This course includes an overview of the functions and responsibilities of agencies involved in the administration of justice to include police organizations, court systems, correctional systems, and juvenile justice agencies. 

Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security, WBC     659082CD

Grades: 12                                                 

2 units

Prerequisite: Law Enforcement Services 2 and teacher recommendation

Students who have successfully completed the Level 1 and Level 2 courses have the option of registering for WBC  with the recommendation of the teacher.  Students enrolled in this course will complete at least 120 hours at an internship site. Dependable means of transportation to and from the assigned internship sites are required.