Download Progression Plan PDF - Law Enforcement & Corrections Certificate
IMPORTANT: Professional Licensure Disclosure
The Law Enforcement Certificate is designed for those interested in training in the law enforcement/corrections field. Emphasis is on the study of crime and delinquency within the criminal justice system, particularly as to the response of law enforcement, corrections and the courts to violations of the law.
The Police Training Academy (AJS 295) is accredited by the Arizona Peace Officers Standards and Training Board (AZ POST) in providing Basic Peace Officer training to individuals meeting the requirements of the training board and appointing police agencies. The curriculum includes the study of criminal investigations, police community relations, traffic accident investigation, introduction to administration of justice, law, legal principles, patrol procedures, vehicle operations, report and technical writing, physical conditioning, defense tactics, impact weapons, firearm proficiency and safety, first aid, fundamentals of hazardous materials, stress management and use of force. Students must be screened and appointed by an Arizona Law Enforcement Agency. Upon successful completion of AJS 295 , students are eligible to be hired as police officers in the state.
Credit Hours Required: 42
Note: Students enrolling in AJS 295 must be screened and appointed by an Arizona Law Enforcement Agency.
