About the Degree:
The Associate of Science degree in law enforcement combines practical training in police procedures with the theoretical foundation of such topics as corrections and criminology.
What You’ll Learn:
- The students will apply constitutional and criminal law to real world issues and problems in society.
- The students will implement the commitment to abide by the law enforcement code of ethics.
- The successful student will comprehend the role of the criminal justice system in our society.
- The student will operate with the commitment to enforce the laws of the State and Nation fairly and equally to all members of the community.
- The student will construct well-written documents related to the criminal justice system.
This Degree is Great for You if:
- You want to become a police officer.
- You want to be a correctional officer.
- You want to be a border patrol officer.
Options/Course of Studies:
Associate of Science
- Law Enforcement Major (Option A), AS, LE00
- Law Enforcement Major (Option B) Basic Law Enforcement Academy, AS, LE01
Certificate
Accreditations and Memberships:
Missouri Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST)
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
American Association of Colleges & Universities (AAC&U)
Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE)