The Law Enforcement Program of Study teaches students about the development of, adherence to, and protection of various branches of law. Students will learn how to appropriately and legally respond to breaches in the law according to statutory rules and regulations as well as investigate how and why the breaches occurred.
Recommended Course Sequence:
Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security || GHS
Law Enforcement I || GHS
Law Enforcement II || GHS
Practicum in Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security: Law Enforcement || GHS
OSHA 10-Hour General Industry: Law Enforcement, Corrections, & Security
Work-Based Learning opportunities may include:
Internship - gain experience by interning within an agency's records division, evidence room, or community relations/outreach department
Job Shadow - spend a day or more observing professionals in law enforcement such as patrol officers, detectives, K9 handlers, forensic investigators, court clerks, fire department, or a paramedic
Competitions - while not direct work experiences, participating in SkillsUSA competitions can involve development of practical skills and simulated real-world scenarios
Field Trips and Guest Speakers - gain understanding of a variety of career paths and insight into the industry from professionals
While most of these course opportunities don't apply to Program of Study completion, some may. Students are advised to consider them to strengthen preparation.
Dual Credit:
CRIJ 1301 Introduction to Criminal Justice*
CRIJ 1306 Court Systems and Practices
*High school credit awarded applies to Law Enforcement Program of Study completion