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Law Enforcement

Location: ROC and CTEC

Program Description

Law enforcement officers are our front line of defense against the criminal element in society. This course is designed to provide students with a foundational understanding of the criminal justice system and essential skills in maintaining public safety. Covering a range of topics, students will explore the complexity of law enforcement, gaining practical knowledge and hands-on experience in various aspects of the field. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to explore involvement with cadet programs for BPD, KCSO, or California Highway Patrol.


LAW ENFORCEMENT STUDENTS LEARN:

  • Introduction to the Criminal Justice System
  • Extensive Daily Physical Training – Sports physical required prior to beginning the course.
  • Extensive Report Writing
  • Defensive Tactics
  • Baton Training
  • Use of Force
  • Community Policing
  • Criminal Investigation Techniques
  • Ethics and Professionalism
  • Simulation Exercises
  • Ride Along with BPD, KCSO, or CHP – Students must pass a criminal background check.
  • Community Service hours (10)
  • Guest Speakers and Field Trips
 

CERTIFICATIONS AVAILABLE:

  • Law Enforcement Program Certificate of Completion 
  • CPR/First Aid Certification (Spring Semester Only)
  • Basic Weaponless Defense Certification
  • Basic Baton Certification


THINGS TO CONSIDER:

  • A sports physical is required prior to beginning the course. Appointments can be made with Priority Urgent Care on Stockdale or Calloway Locations.  Please use the Kern High School District sports physical form. To print the form, click link above.
  • Agree to Policy and Procedure Manual (Industry Standards) – To view document, click link above.
  • Proficient reading and writing abilities.
  • Strong verbal communication skills.
  • Consistent attendance (Daytime students allotted 13 absences)
 

LAW ENFORCEMENT UNIFORM:

  • The Law Enforment Program requires a uniform to be worn during class time. Please see Online Store for purchase options.
 
 

CREDIT AVAILABLE:

Meets area "G" approval for UC and CSU admissions

 

15 high school general elective credits or 5 credits of general English (waiver) & 10 electives credits, per semester

 

Bakersfield College (Dual Enrollment)

  • CRIM B1 Introduction to Criminal Justice - 3 Units (fall semester only)
  • CRIM B5 Community Relations - 3 Units (spring semester only)
  • CRIM B9 The Juvenile Justice System - 3 Units (spring semester only)
  • CPR/First Aid .5 units (fall semester only)
  • Basic Weaponless Defense (.5 units)
  • Basic Baton (.5 units
 
 

CAREER PATHWAYS AND RELATED OCCUPATIONS:

  • Police Officer/Deputy Sheriff
  • Police Dispatcher
  • Police Service Technician/Community Service Technician
  • Corrections
  • Probation Officer
  • Military Careers
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

DRESS CODE: Physical training attire EXAMPLE – black shorts, plain white t-shirt and running shoes. Please refer to the link above for additional policies and procedures (industry standards) of the classroom.
 
WORKOUT EXAMPLES: The following workout activities are examples of what is expected of each student.
  • Extensive cardio/running sessions.
  • Weightlifting routines
  • Obstacle courses
  • Body weight exercises (push-ups, pull-ups, squats, lunges, etc.)
  • Agility drills, including jumping a six-foot wall and fence.
  • Dragging a 165-pound dummy to simulate real-life scenarios.
 
INTERNSHIP: Not Available
 
INDUSTRY PARTNERS:
Industry Partners