NWTC College Program Guide 2023-2024 | Page 111

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Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement - Associate Degree

Program Code : 105046

Graduates of this two-year program are prepared to meet the rewarding challenges of the police profession , including criminal investigation ; constitutional , traffic and criminal law ; patrol procedure ; crime scene practices ; and use of force and driving skills . Students graduating from the program will be certifiable as a law enforcement officer in Wisconsin . This program is recognized and endorsed by the state of Wisconsin Department of Justice Training and Standards Bureau .

Delivery

Day Full-time

Explore Locations

This program is offered at :

Green Bay

Program Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition : $ 10,896 , Books : $ 32 , Supplies : $ 250 Total Approximate Costs $ 11,178

This program is eligible for financial aid . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college )

Estimates based on in-state residency . Learn more about tuition and fees . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college / tuition-and-fees )

Requirements for Program Entry

Apply at www . nwtc . edu / apply

An official high school transcript , or equivalent , showing proof of graduation . ( For a list of equivalents , go to www . nwtc . edu / gettingstarted .) If your cumulative GPA is below 2.6 , complete or submit a placement evaluation .

Student packet ( packets are mailed one week after the application is submitted ) which includes forms and requirements as designated by the Department of Justice .

Students who apply to this program must be a United States citizen in accordance with the Department of Justice . Proof of citizenship must be presented to the Public Safety office with the student packet .

Valid driver ’ s license and eligible to drive college vehicles under the college ’ s insurance carrier . More information included with the student packet .

Students will be required to participate in and pass a physical fitness exam prior to starting the second semester of this program . Students must also pass a fitness test at the completion of the program to obtain their certifiability status . Click on the link to the Physical Readiness Testing site below to view a list of fitness test events and minimum passing scores for the pre and post test .

Tip ! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step . Have questions ? Connect with NWTC Admissions at start @ nwtc . edu or 920-498-5444

Program Outcomes

Think critically Manage emergencies Communicate effectively Demonstrate professionalism Conduct investigations Interact with others * Demonstrate tactical skills [ applies only to occupational certifications ]

Curriculum

Students following the study plan below will complete the Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement associate degree in the number of semesters shown . All core Law Enforcement curriculum must be completed within three years to obtain Department of Justice certifiability .

Full Semester 10504190 - LEAD Fitness & Wellness 1

Semester Total 15

Full Semester 10504711 - Physical Fitness Phase I 1

Semester Total 15

Third Semester 8 Week 1 10504207 - Investigative Basics 2

10504209 - Advanced DAAT 2 10504210 - Advanced Firearms 2

Semester Total 17

Fourth Semester 8 Week 1 10504197 - PS-Job Interviews 1 10504211 - Advanced Policing 2 10504212 - Sensitive Crime 4

Full Semester 10504708 - Physical Fitness Phase III 1

Semester Total 16

Total Credits 63

Curriculum Note : The credit for 10-890-101 , College 101 is an Institutional Requirement for graduation . Consequently , it is not part of the program credit requirements 101 , but must