Basic Law Enforcement Academy - Certificate of Achievement

This program map only provides one possible pathway for degree and/or certificate obtainment and is for reference only. Please schedule an appointment with a counselor to develop your individualized Student Education Plan.

The Law Enforcement certificate program is designed to prepare those interested in a career in the law enforcement field, either public or private. Students may enter the program as an independent recruit or sponsored by law enforcement agency. Completion of the program does not guarantee employment. Students will be tested mentally, physically and emotionally. The course of instruction includes academic, driving instruction, defensive tactics, firearms training and physical fitness training. Prior to enrollment, students will complete a background packet, complete a medical exam, obtain a clearance from the Department of Justice (DOJ) and be free of any felony conviction. Students who complete the program and obtain employment by a law enforcement agency are then allowed to enter the Field Training Program.

The pathway below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this pathway. It is always recommended that you meet with an academic counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.

meet POST academic requirements.

meet POST physical fitness requirements.

meet military discipline/drill requirements and the POST skills requirements.

enter a Field Training Program of a law enforcement agency.

Program Map

Requirement
GE General Education
E Elective

Fall Year 1

10 units
LE 321
Basic Law Enforcement Academy 1A
The first in a two-course sequence designed to satisfy all State of California requirements for basic law enforcement officer training. The Basic Law Enforcement Academy consists of LE 321 and LE 322. Both courses must be completed within the same semester. The package is designed to satisfy the training requirements for the Basic Law Enforcement Training as established by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). Academic, manipulative, and technical training are presented in an environment of serious study, rigorous physical training, and standard law enforcement disciplinary procedures.
  1. Advisories: ENGL C1000
  2. Advisories: LE 310

          Fall Year 2

          10 units
          LE 322
          Basic Law Enforcement Academy 1B
          The second in a two-course sequence designed to satisfy all State of California requirements for basic law enforcement officer training. The Basic Law Enforcement Academy consists of LE321 and LE322. Both must be completed within the same semester. The package is designed to satisfy the training requirements for the Basic Law Enforcement Training as established by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. Academic, manipulative, and technical training are presented in an environment of serious study, rigorous physical training, and standard law enforcement disciplinary procedures.
          1. Prerequisite: LE 321