Short Term Courses
Courses within this program are for currently employed law enforcement personnel. Some of the courses in this program are P.O.S.T. mandated in-service Advanced Officer Training (AOT), or Continued Professional Training (CPT) and may be assignment specific or for general career growth.
Students in this program have the opportunity to:
- Satisfy P.O.S.T. skills and knowledge mandates.
- Meet P.O.S.T. mandated training requirements relative to certain assignments or promotions.
- Prepare for specialized job assignments.
- Prepare for promotional opportunities.
Collectively the courses in these three programs validate the mission of the college. They not only provide educational opportunities for new college students but pre-service and in-service students alike. Meeting student needs for career placement, development and advancement.
In these programs the department performs a valuable service for the student as well as the community. Over the years, the Criminal Justice Training Center has maintained a reputation for excellence in instruction and in meeting the needs of its students as well as the Law Enforcement community, which make up its constituency.
Short term Courses (AOT - CPT)
Spring 2012
For more detailed descriptions of the courses please consult the GWC college catalog. For specific and additional information on P.O.S.T. certified classes, please visit the California Peace Officers’ Standards and Training website: www.post.ca.gov
Orientation, Police Academy, Regular Basic Course
CJ 054 2 units 4 weeks
This course is designed to familiarize the student with the police academy training program and may be taken 4 times. Credit/no credit only. Not transferable, AA/AS degree only.
- February 20 – March 24, 2012
- Evenings and some Saturdays
- Time: Varies
- Room CJ 105
- Please note: Non-sponsored recruits MUST attend and pass the orientation course before they can register for the Police Academy class (RBC CJ G 064 class).
YOU CAN REGISTER ONLINE FOR THIS CLASS!
For information and a specific schedule of dates and times, please contact the academy office 714-895-8368 or email Cindy Onusz: conusz@gwc.cccd.edu
Police Academy - Regular Basic Course (RBC)
CJ 064 23 units 24 weeks POST certified
This course provides the fundamentals of basic police training in compliance with the minimum standards established by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).
The training includes community based policing concepts, techniques, and observation of application. Letter grade only. Not transferable, AA/AS degree only.
Prerequisites: Criminal Justice 054AD (see above)
- April 4 – September 24, 2012
- Mon - Fri and some weekends
- 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- Room CJ 105
- Please note: Non-sponsored recruits MUST attend and pass the orientation course before they can register for the Police Academy class (RBC CJ G 064 class).
PROJECTED ACADEMY Date for Fall 2012: Class 145 October 2012
For information please contact the academy office 714-895-8368 or email Cindy Onusz: conusz@gwc.cccd.edu
Communications Training Officer (CTO)
CJ G080 2 units 40 hours POST Certified
This course provides state mandated instruction in basic training skills applicable to the Communications Training Officer in a law enforcement agency or equivalent.
- April 2 – April 6, 2012
- Mon – Fri
- 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Contact Michael Carrizo at (714) 895-8370 or email: mcarrizo@gwc.cccd.edu
CPOA- Leadership Development for Law Enforcement
CJ G096 3 units 80 Hours 5 months
This course provides leadership principles for career advancement in a law enforcement environment. Pre-requisite: P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate.
Orientation: February 8, 2012• Wednesday 8:00-10:00 a.m.
Class meets Wednesdays from: 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Class Dates: (Orientation 2/8) and classes 2/22, 3/14, 3/22, 4/11, 4/25, 5/9
Contact Suzanne Rosas at (714) 895-8925 or email: srosas@gwc.cccd.edu
Public Safety Dispatcher Courses (911 Operator) - INTENSIVE COURSE (PRE-REQUISITE*)
CJ G 078 6.5 units 3 weeks 120 Hours POST Certified
This course provides specialized training in basic communication functions as they relate to the objectives of a public safety/dispatch office as well as basic emergency/non-emergency law enforcement telecommunications skills.
* Pre-requisite: Participants must be currently employedor have prior experience in a professional dispatch environment:
- March 5 – March 23, 2012
- Mon – Fri
- 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
For information contact Suzanne Rosas at (714) 895-8925 or email: srosas@gwc.cccd.edu
Public Safety Dispatcher Courses (911 Operator) - EVENINGà EXTENDED COURSE (NO PRE-REQUISITE)
CJ G 079 6.5 units 15 weeks 120 Hours POST Certified
This course provides specialized training in basic communication functions as they relate to the objectives of a public safety/dispatch office as well as basic emergency/non-emergency law enforcement telecommunications skills.
- January 31, 2012 – May 10, 2012
- Tue and Thu evenings
- 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
YOU CAN REGISTER ONLINE FOR THIS CLASS!
For information contact Suzanne Rosas at (714) 895-8925 or email: srosas@gwc.cccd.edu
Reserve Coordinator Course Projected to be offered
CJ G 091 2 units 3 days 24 Hours POST Certified
This course is designed to address contemporary training needs of law enforcement reserve coordinators by providing new techniques for managing reserve peace officer organizations. Emphasis on new training standards for designated and non-designated level 1 reserve officers, new trends and legislation concerning reserve officers
- April 18 – April 20, 2012
- Wed - Fri
- 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Contact Michael Carrizo at (714) 895-8372 or email: mcarrizo@gwc.cccd.edu
Sergeants’ Supervisory Course
CJ G 070 4.0 units 2 weeks 80 Hours POST Certified
This course provides advanced training in supervision as it relates to law enforcement or its equivalent. Prerequisite: P.O.S.T. Advanced Certificate.
- March 12 – March 23, 2012
- Mon – Fri
- 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Contact Michael Carrizo at (714) 895-8372 or email: mcarrizo@gwc.cccd.edu
SWAT - Special Weapons and Tactics (PRE-REQUISITE*)
CJ G 092 4 units 80 Hours POST certified
Concepts, planning, tactical operations, approach/entry/search techniques; use of chemical agents, weapons, rappelling and task-related physical activities.
- February 28 – March 10, 2012
- Tue - Sat
- 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
*Pre-requisite: a P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate and assignment to an agency’s SWAT unit. There is also a mandatory Physical Fitness test conducted the first day of class.
Contact Michael Carrizo at (714) 895-8372 or email: mcarrizo@gwc.cccd.edu