History and philosophy of administration of justice in the United States of America from its inception to its role in a culturally diverse society. Identification and explanation of the various components of the criminal justice system; theories of crime, punishment and rehabilitation; examination of the contemporaneous hiring processes of law enforcement agencies, including but not limited to preparation of the application, oral board analysis and overall examination of the system requirements. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Historical development of criminal law; legal research methods; classification of crime through critical thinking analysis as seen through the eyes of the investigator and the trier of fact; in-depth analysis of homicide and related crimes against persons; survey of property crimes and drug and alcohol related offenses; thorough exposure to legal concepts for those considering careers in law enforcement and related legal professions. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Origin, development, philosophy and constitutional basis of evidence; constitutional and procedural considerations affecting arrest, search and seizure; kinds and degrees of evidence and rules governing admissibility; judicial decisions interpreting individual rights and case studies; evidentiary requirements justifying the use of force or deadly weapons by peace officers. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Explores the criminal procedure and due process model from apprehension to conviction, including search and seizure, arrest, Miranda laws, right to counsel, bail, pre-trial, trial, appeals, and writs. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Survey of the relationships of the criminal justice system and the community; explore aspects of community mistrust and misunderstanding of the criminal justice system. The process of interaction between the criminal justice practitioner and the citizen. Analysis of how relationships are developed, maintained, and changed. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Basic principles of investigative procedures utilized in the United States justice system. Includes human interactions in dealing with the public, specific knowledge necessary for handling crime scenes; interviews, evidence, surveillance, follow-up, technical resources and case preparation. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Theories, philosophies and concepts related to the role expectations of the enforcement officer. Emphasis on patrol, and public service responsibilities, and their relationship to the administration of justice system. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Focus on the skills a law enforcement official employs to achieve effectual, principled, and community-partnership-oriented policing. The facets and tenets of de-escalation, procedural justice, cultural-competency, and unconscious bias are explored. The relationship between these concepts and policing is illustrated and provides the framework for building public trust and reducing crime. Total of 54 hours lecture.

History, ideology, and tactics used by foreign and domestic terrorist organizations; the law enforcement response to the threat of terrorism, including countermeasures; the study of previous cases to prevent or mitigate acts of terrorism; knowledge of weapons of mass destruction; a study of the religious, social, and political paradigms which motivate global terrorism and the impact on American law enforcement. Total of 54 hours lecture.