Course Descriptions
College 101 10890101 Students will utilize digital tools and resources to assess , explore , practice , apply , and evaluate both employability and learning skills . By establishing NWTC cultural values as hallmarks of success in academic , career , and personal settings the course encourages reflective , personalized development of a growth mindset and emphasizes the importance of making wise choices . To maximize the return on investment , students should take this course in their first semester as it identifies key expectations ( hidden rules ) of higher learning and professional employment . Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Intro to Interview & Counsel . 10550206 Analyze foundational skills in the counseling relationship . Analyze the stages of the helping processes and the roles professionals play in the processes . Analyze the importance of establishing therapeutic relationships . Apply basic counseling techniques . Apply interviewing and counseling skills through mock counseling sessions and personal experience reflections . Examine issues of boundaries and ethics . ( Prerequisite : High school GPA greater / equal to 2.6 ; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 18 ; OR Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 250 ; OR " preparatory course ( s )"; OR successful completion of English Comp 1 with a C or better . Contact academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ). Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Courts / Jurisdiction 10504132 Development of the American judicial system , the federal and Wisconsin court structure , Wisconsin judicial rules and procedures from complaint to sentencing as they impact police or correctional officers . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
English Composition 1 10801136 Learners develop knowledge / skills in planning , organizing , writing , editing . Students will also analyze audience / purpose , use elements of research , format documents using standard guidelines , and develop critical reading skills . ( Prerequisite : High school GPA greater / equal to 2.6 ; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 18 ; OR Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 260 ; OR " preparatory course ( s )", contact academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Intro to Law Enforcement 10504194 In this course , learners will discover the history and evolution of policing and explore thought-provoking issues that underscore the challenging and rewarding world of policing . Learners will examine the role of law enforcement in a democratic society , covering concepts such as law enforcement services ; crime deterrence ; discretion , and the expanded role of today ’ s police officers . This course will also explore evolving law enforcement strategies and attitudes that build effective law enforcement and community relationships including the use of problem-oriented policing . Learners will also consider how professional law enforcement officers work in conjunction with the courts , corrections and other agencies to administer criminal justice in Wisconsin . Course Typically Offered : Fall
PS-Employment Strategies 10504128 the course examines the extensive hiring processes used by public safety agencies and sets the foundation for academic and occupational success . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Fund of Emergency Dispatch 10504162 This course provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the knowledge skills process and understanding every successful public safety telecommunicator needs to meet the demands of this critical profession . Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Private Investigation Tactics 10504193 Private investigators are used by law firms , corporations , insurance companies and other public and private entities . This course covers the basics of locating individuals using open sources of information , ethical considerations for investigators , constitutional law application and current investigative practices as preparation for success as a private investigator , corporate and private security or insurance claim investigator . Includes lessons on developing a business and marketing plan and preparing for the Wisconsin Private Detective license exam . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Understanding Substance Use 10550201 Explore the bio-psych social dynamics of substance use . Examine treatment approaches , models , and screening criteria . Examine substances of abuse , history of SUDs , and their impact on the individual and society . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
CJ-Professional Communications 10504168 Learners will internalize and apply the foundations of human interaction including universal truths ; development of voluntary compliance , cooperation , and collaboration ; owning their own weaknesses ; and , knowing when to act . Students will apply professional communication skills , including arbitration , mediation , and ethical intervention in a simulated criminal justice setting . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Investigation Practices 10504166 The course will provide the student with the skills necessary to conduct general investigations related to both criminal and civil liability . Best practices and strategies will be presented . The student will learn of the benefits of open source information ; the application of criminal and civil law in proving elements of a crime or determining fault , the legal parameters to conducting investigations , and the required standards to submitting investigative results in court . An examination will be made of the various career paths available in this field . This includes corporate security , insurance and worker compensation , private investigations and public safety . Course Typically Offered : Spring
Situational Awareness Defense 10504198
• Students will learn about the different levels of awareness and how they affect the ability to react to situations . Situational awareness improves a person ' s ability to maintain the position of advantage in the event of an attack or sudden assault . Students will practice basic self-protection techniques and review requirements to obtain a concealed weapon license in the State of Wisconsin . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
College Technical Math 1A 10804113 Topics include solving linear equations ; graphing ; percent ; proportions ; measurement systems ; computational geometry ; and right triangle trigonometry . Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Arithmetic score greater / equal to 250 AND Rdg score greater / equal to 250 ; OR TABE A 9 / 10 Math greater / equal to 12.7 AND Rdg greater / equal to 8.8 ; OR TABE 11 / 12 Math greater / equal to 780 AND Rdg greater / equal to 573 ; OR ACT Math score greater / equal to 15 AND ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 ; OR preparatory courses-contact an academic advisor 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Abnormal Psychology 10809159
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