Law Enforcement
Department Overview
The law enforcement academy at the UAF Community & Technical College prepares students for a career in law enforcement in the state of Alaska. APSC certification will allow a qualified candidate to work as a commissioned officer in any of approximately 65 state and municipal law enforcement organizations.
The law enforcement academy is an intense semester of full-time study. Students attend class 40 hours per week for one semester. The certification is approved by the Alaska Police Standards Council in compliance with Title 13.85.050 of the Alaska Administrative Code. Courses are not offered separately but must be taken as part of the entire law enforcement academy package.
Special admission, licensing, or certification requirements may apply to students in this program. Applicants should familiarize themselves with these and speak with a faculty advisor if they have any questions or concerns. Applicants must be 21 years old to be admitted.
Learn more about the Law Enforcement program, including an overview of the program, career opportunities, and more.
Occupational Endorsement, Law Enforcement
The law enforcement academy prepares students for a career in law enforcement in the state of Alaska. APSC certification will allow a qualified candidate to work as a commissioned officer in any of approximately 65 state and municipal law enforcement organizations.
The law enforcement academy is an intense semester of full-time study. Students attend class 40 hours per week for one semester. The certification is approved by the Alaska Police Standards Council in compliance with Title 13.85.050 of the Alaska Administrative Code. Courses are not offered separately but must be taken as part of the entire law enforcement academy package.
Special admission, licensing or certification requirements may apply to students in this program. Applicants should familiarize themselves with these and speak with a faculty advisor if they have any questions or concerns. Applicants must be 21 years old to be admitted.
Minimum Requirements for Law Enforcement Occupational Endorsement: 17 credits
Courses
Law Enforcement (LE)
LE F110 Cultural and Behavioral Strategies for Law Enforcement Officers
1 Credit
Offered As Demand Warrants
Introduces a number of behavioral strategies to facilitate interaction among various cultures found in Alaska. Giving the student a strong concept of police ethics as it relates to everyday performance of police duties. Introduces the problems and strategies for law enforcement officers in their relationships with their marriages and families.
Special Notes: Students must meet basic Police Standards qualifications for police officers.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
LE F115 Enforcement Skills for Law Enforcement Officers
4 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
Introduction to basic skills necessary to use firearms, operate motor vehicles under emergency conditions and use Oleoresin Capsicum (pepper) spray and Taser effectively. Topics include use of force, judgement in the use of deadly force, physical defense tactics, physical arrest, radar and courtroom testimony, active shooter response, and officer safety.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 6 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
LE F120 Law Enforcement Operations
4 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
Preparation to conduct specific investigations into auto theft, domestic violence events, DUI detection, juvenile procedures, care of the emotionally disturbed, report writing and jail procedures.
Special Notes: Students must meet basic Police Standards qualifications for police officers.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 3 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
LE F125 Basic Police Procedures
4 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
Introduction to conducting investigations, using approved methods, at any major crime scene. Specific skills used in investigating sexual assaults, homicides, arson, gang-related activity and death investigations. Skills are taught in: interview and interrogation, crime scene physical collection, hostage situations, scene investigation and mapping. Blood-borne pathogens and protective measures are introduced.
Special Notes: Students must meet basic Police Standards qualifications for police officers.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 3 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
LE F205 Criminal Law for Police
4 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
Introduction to the more complex issues of criminal law. The Alaska Statutes, constitutional law and court decisions as well as traffic law, search and seizure, rights of defendants and warrant procedures.
Special Notes: Students must meet basic Police Standards qualifications for police officers.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 4 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
Faculty
Don Johnson
Program Director
dpjohnson@alaska.edu
Law Enforcement Academy907-455-2811
University Park,1000 University Ave, Fairbanks, AK
