MODERN POLICING

Description

The Associate of Science Degree in Modern Policing is designed to prepare students for a career as a peace officer. The program emphasizes a holistic approach to law enforcement education, integrating academic knowledge with practical skills and ethical considerations. The curriculum includes courses in psychology, communications, history, ethnic studies, law, and subjects that foster critical thinking and emotional intelligence. The program aligns with the California Assembly Bill 89 requirements, which mandate higher education standards for peace officers, including the development of culturally competent, equity-minded, and resilient law enforcement professionals. The degree also aims to facilitate transfer to a baccalaureate program and provides pathways for credit for prior learning, ensuring that students with relevant law enforcement or military experience can maximize their educational and professional opportunities.

To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Modern Policing, students must complete the required major courses below with a grade of "C" or better or of "P" if the course was taken on a Pass/No Pass basis, along with either of the following: Rio Hondo College General Education (RHC GE) or California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC). California State University General Education-Breadth (CSU GE) or Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) may be used in some cases; please see a counselor for details.