Law Enforcement Investigation

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The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Law Enforcement Investigation is designed to prepare the law enforcement officer to become a specialist in the investigation of criminal activity and to successfully assist in prosecution. Courses address case management, legal aspects of interviewing, search and seizure, and courtroom presentations. Students will demonstrate skills related to these areas in a crime scene scenario.

Details

Field of Interest
Behavioral Science and Human Services
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Law Enforcement Investigation (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5899N
Total credits required
6
Catalog Year
2024-2025
Effective Term
Spring 2022
Admission criteria

Student must be Law Enforcement personnel or have permission of Program Director.

Notes

This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

What You'll Learn
  • Describe the skills needed to manage investigative case assignments.
  • Describe techniques for investigating specific categories of crime.
  • Describe the legal requirements for conducting searches.
  • Describe the legal requirements for conducting interviews, as well as the personal attributes of the officer necessary for a successful interview.
  • Describe the requirements for a complete investigative report.
  • Describe proper preparation for court testimony and proper behavior when testifying.
  • Describe motions and legal proceedings involved in court presentations.
  • Demonstrate the correct method of preserving and seizing computer evidence.
  • Demonstrate skills required to investigate and report a crime scene, including proper decision making regarding legal aspects.
Required Courses
Course # Course Title Credits
Credits: 6
LET225 Criminal Investigations Certification (6)
OR
LET225AA Criminal Investigations Certification I (1) AND
LET225AB Criminal Investigations Certification II (1) AND
LET225AC Criminal Investigations Certification III (1) AND
LET225AD Criminal Investigations Certification IV (1) AND
LET225AE Criminal Investigations Certification V (0.5) AND
LET225AF Criminal Investigations Certification VI (0.5) AND
LET225AG Criminal Investigations Certification VII (1)
OR
LET254 Criminal Investigations Detective I (3) AND
LET255 Criminal Investigations Detective II (3) 6

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