Law Enforcement Certificate

Program Requirements

Program Information

General Requirements for Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates

See Century College Policy 3.17.0.1

Program Note

Students must pass all courses with a grade of C or higher.
Please contact the PPOE Coordinator for Century College if you completed CJS 2081 and/or CJS 2085 more than 5 years ago (Century or equivalent courses that were successfully completed at another PPOE-certified school) to determine whether the POST objectives have been met and you may be eligible for an appeal to the 5-year rule.

Transfer, Articulation Agreements, and Partnerships

See the Century College website for information regarding transfer. This program is intended primarily for employment preparation rather than transfer to a four-year institution. Some courses may not transfer to a number of four-year colleges. If you are considering the possibility of transfer, you may wish to talk with your advisor, counselor, or program instructor before registering to discuss your goals, look at programs designed for transfer, and develop a plan.

Program Learning Outcomes

At the end of this program students will be able to:

1. explain the U.S. and Minnesota criminal justice systems and laws
2. speak, read, write and listen effectively in interpersonal and group interactions
3. think critically and creatively in seeking solutions to practical and theoretical problems alone and in groups
4. make timely decisions based on the circumstances and on law enforcement related theoretical and experiential learning
5. demonstrate an understanding of the duties and tasks most commonly expected of peace officers and how to perform those tasks responsibly, ethically, and with appreciation for cultural differences
6. integrate and apply all these abilities to serve citizens, protect individual freedoms, promote peace and justly enforce the law in the State of Minnesota

Program Contact Information

Sara Edel Sara.Edel@century.edu (651) 779-3981 East 3563

Julie Swanson Julie.Swanson@century.edu (651) 779-3494 East 3563

LawEnforcement@Century.edu is also available for general program questions.

Sample Plan

Please note that this is a sample course sequence. Individual schedules will vary depending upon student needs, goals, and availability. Students are recommended to meet with their advisor, counselor, or faculty program instructors to create an individualized plan that includes prerequisites and application requirements. For detailed program information see the Century College website. This information is subject to change.

Note

This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on century.edu

Century College is a member of Minnesota State. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator.
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