What You Will Learn
The following are some of the topics covered in the program:
- Communications Division (including 911)
- Community Policing
- Crime Scene Investigation and Processing
- Criminal Investigations
- Crisis Negotiations
- Driving Under the Influence (DUI) investigation procedures
- Firearms (including shooting at the range)
- K-9 demonstration
- Patrol procedures
- Police Culture
- Ride-Along
- SWAT
- Traffic Enforcement – RADAR & LIDAR
- Use of Force and de-escalation
- Victim Services
Special Note About Curriculum
It should be noted that you will be exposed to some visual material and language that is offensive and tragic. When sensitive material is presented, it is done for an educational benefit and it is always done in a professional manner.
Other Topics Covered
Along with the static classroom setting, you will be expected to participate in hands-on activities, such as:
- DUI Field Sobriety Tests
- Firearms range (shooting is optional)
- How RADAR Works
- Learning How to Process a Crime Scene