Basic Law Enforcement Academy
Certificate of Achievement Law Enforcement · Allan Hancock College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Award Type: Certificate of Achievement
The Law Enforcement certificate program is designed to prepare those interested in a career in the law enforcement field, either public or private. Students may enter the program as an independent recruit or sponsored by law enforcement agency. Completion of the program does not guarantee employment. Students will be tested mentally, physically and emotionally. The course of instruction includes academic, driving instruction, defensive tactics, firearms training and physical fitness training. Prior to enrollment, students will complete a background packet, complete a medical exam, obtain a clearance from the Department of Justice (DOJ) and be free of any felony conviction. Students who complete the program and obtain employment by a law enforcement agency are then allowed to enter the Field Training Program.
The graduate of the Certificate of Achievement in Basic Law Enforcement Academy will:
- meet POST academic requirements.
- meet POST physical fitness requirements.
- meet military discipline/drill requirements and the POST skills requirements.
- enter a Field Training Program of a law enforcement agency.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| A total of 21 -22 units is required for the certificate. | ||
| Pre-Requisite for Self-Sponsored Students Only: | 1 | |
| LE 310 | Introduction to Law Enforcement Academy (Pre-Academy) | 1 |
| Required core courses (21 units): | 21 | |
| LE 321 | Basic Law Enforcement Academy 1A | 10 |
| LE 322 | Basic Law Enforcement Academy 1B | 11 |
| Total | 22 | |