Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement 720 Academy 21 Credit Technical Diploma
Program Description
The WI Department of Justice (DOJ) 720 Academy includes three phases of varying law enforcement topics. Competencies match WI DOJ 720 Academy standards.
You may be considered for admission to the Academy if you have graduated from NTC's Criminal Justice Studies Associate Degree program or have earned at least 40 college credits or the equivalent.
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Availability
Courses for this program may be available at a variety of campus locations through multiple modes of delivery if you meet the admission requirements and prerequisites.
* Campus and online availability of courses and programs may be subject to change.
Prerequisites
- An interview, background check, and a physical fitness test are required prior to admission to this program.
- This program requires completion of 40 college credits prior to admission. These 40 college credits can be from any combination of academic areas.
Outcomes
Graduates will be able to…
- Demonstrate tactical skills
- Communicate effectively
- Interact with others
- Conduct investigations
- Demonstrate professionalism
- Manage emergencies
- Think critically
Careers
Some of the potential careers graduates can pursue are:
- City Police Officer
- Deputy Sheriff
Courses
The Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement 720 Academy Technical Diploma is a 21 Credit program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.
* College 101 (10-890-165) is not part of the program credit requirements but is a College Requirement for graduation that must be passed with a “C” or better.
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The program adheres to the uniform student performance objectives as established by the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Bureau of Training and Standards. The program is certified by the Wisconsin Department of Justice.
Transfer Information
The following transfer guides, executed in partnership with post-secondary institutions, are based on agreements that allow you to continue your program at another college.
| School Name | Degree Name |
|---|---|
| UW Stevens Point | Environmental Law Enforcement |
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Licensure/Certification Information
NTC’s Criminal Justice – Law Enforcement 720 Academy Technical Diploma is designed to meet the State of Wisconsin’s standards. However, NTC has not made a determination whether this program matches standards in states other than Wisconsin. Students who may be seeking professional licensure or certification in states other than Wisconsin should contact the appropriate licensing board in that state to verify that the NTC program meets licensure or certification requirements.
Admissions Process
Our application process takes just a few minutes to complete, but we want to make sure you have the things you’ll need on hand to complete the application. We’re here to help if you have any questions while submitting your application.
Before you apply, you should know
This program may require a Criminal Background Check and/or Health Record. Acceptance to Northcentral Technical College will not be denied based on a criminal background or health record, however, a check may be required for placement at clinical sites or field experiences.
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We’ll review your application and let you know if we need anything else. If you’re all set, your acceptance letter will be mailed to you.