Police Basic Training

Curriculum Code: 1510 I Liberal Arts Credits: 0 I Program Credits: 30

Police Basic Training is a 30-credit certificate program that prepares students for careers in law enforcement that meets and exceeds the requirements for Phase I Pre-employment Police Training established by the New York State Division of Criminal Services. By completing this course of study, graduates have an advantage in securing law enforcement employment over other candidates that lack this important credential.

Prospective students in Police Basic Training are not required to be employed by a law enforcement agency to enroll. However, students must meet entrance requirements that include a separate application process that involves physical abilities testing to ensure students can meet the physical demands of being a law enforcement officer.

Courses must be completed in sequence in consecutive semesters as a cohesive unit. Participation is required in all phases of the educational process. A course grade of C or better is required in all courses for students to graduate from the program.