| The Associate of Applied Science degrees in Criminal Justice Law Enforcement: Peace Officer Option and Private Security Option provide the initial education and training that a future peace officer or security officer needs to be productive at the entry level in local law enforcement agencies or public/private security and loss prevention organizations or institutions. The curricula combine a strong academic component with skills-based instruction appropriate to the peace or security officer. |  |
| The programs will:
• Build a strong base of knowledge in the field of criminal justice and provide academic and practical, skills-based exposure to the overall criminal justice-related fields (law enforcement, courts, corrections, security and loss prevention). • Prepare students for entry-level employment in public/private law enforcement and/or security related organizations • Assist students in the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills, and the ability to conceptualize ideas • Expose students to courses in computation, communications, and human relations, and will assist students in developing an understanding and appreciation for diversity, social responsibility, and participation in public affairs • Provide students with opportunities for practical experience in the criminal justice system via internships, fieldwork, and skills-based course offerings • Serve those students seeking a career in the public or private sector as a peace officer or security and loss prevention officer by providing in-depth and practical skills-based exposure to the law enforcement and/or security component of criminal justice |
| Careers | Skills and traits |
Links:
[1] http://www.dawson.edu/content/criminal-justice-law-enforcement-peace-officer-option-andor-private-security-option
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