DEGREE TYPE: 2 TRACKS

A.A.S. | Certificate


LOCATION

Devils Lake | Grand Forks | 
West Fargo


FACULTY

Lt. John Maritato
Assistant Professor
Johnathan.Maritato@lrsc.edu
701-662-1526

STAFF

Jennifer Wignall
POTP Program Coordinator
Jennifer.Wignall@lrsc.edu
701-662-1683

 

Law Enforcement/Peace Officer Training Fact Sheet

 


This program qualifies individuals for North Dakota licensure but may not meet requirements in other states. Check state-specific licensure requirements as needed.

Peace Officer Training Program

Lake Region State College is the only institution in North Dakota authorized to deliver a POST police academy. The program is offered at LRSC's main campus in Devils Lake, with additional locations in Grand Forks and West Fargo. The one-semester Certificate in Peace Officer Training meets the state's requirements for peace officer employment. The academy-style program includes daily morning physical fitness training and classroom sessions from 9 am-5 pm, Monday through Friday.

Outcomes

  • Crime Scene Processing
  • Drug Crimes
  • DUI Detection/Apprehension
  • Emergency Vehicle Operations
  • Evidence Collection & Fingerprinting    
  • Firearms
  • Hazardous Materials
  • High-Risk Traffic Stops
  • Traffic Law
  • North Dakota Criminal Law 
  • Photography
  • Physical Fitness
  • Police Ethics & Tactics
  • Radar/Ladar
  • Radio Telecommunications
  • Report Writing
  • Rules of Evidence

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Law Enforcement Program

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Law Enforcement is often required for career advancement in law enforcement and satisfies the entrance requirements for several large agencies that require a two-year college education. To earn the AAS degree, students must complete 43 semester credit hours of approved academic courses and the 17-credit Peace Officer Training Program (POTP), totaling 60 credits.

Students in the Law Enforcement curriculum must also apply for the Peace Officer Training Program. Due to limited seating, applicants should begin the process early in the semester before the program is offered. Graduates of the POTP can complete the AAS in Law Enforcement on-campus or online.

ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE

Program Curriculum

Two-year degree in law enforcement.

CJ 201Introduction to Criminal Justice3
CSCI 101Introduction to Computers3
COMM 110Fundamentals of Public Speaking3
ENGL 110College Composition I3
ENGL 120 OR ENGL 125College Composition II OR Introduction to Professional Writing3
POLS 115American Government3
SOC 115 OR SOC 235Social Problems OR Cultural Diversity3
UNIV 101Introduction to College Life1
Gen Ed Electives 3
Program Electives 18
Peace Officer Training Certificate 17
TOTAL AAS CREDITS
60

PEACE OFFICER TRAINING CERTIFICATE

Program Curriculum

Certificate: One-semester to become a licensed peace officer.

CJ 101Fundamentals of Law Enforcement3
CJ 102Investigation Techniques2
CJ 104Defensive Tactics2
CJ 150Patrol Procedures3
CJ 155Police Skills4
HPER 165First Responder2
HPER 265Physical Training1
TOTAL POTP CERTIFICATE CREDITS
17

 

Application Process for POTP

Enrollment in the Peace Officer Training Program (POTP) requires additional steps beyond the general LRSC application. Applicants must complete the following:

  1. LRSC Admission Application
  2. POTP Application
  3. Medical Release Form
 
 
Related Links
Law Enforcement Fact Sheet
Drug Use & Criminal History Guidelines for Admission
Enrollment Guidelines & Procedures
Uniform Requirements & Supply List