Law Enforcement
Certificate of Achievement Administration of Justice · Chabot College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Description
The Certificate of Achievement in Law Enforcement provides POST-certified basic law enforcement training and satisfies the entry-level training requirement for California peace officers, as specified in Commission Regulation 1005. It prepares students for entry-level peace officer positions in local and state law enforcement agencies. The comprehensive coursework, taught by experienced law enforcement and legal professionals, combines career competencies and technical skills with real-world knowledge. Course topics include: leadership, professionalism and ethics, the criminal justice system, community relations, criminal law, investigative report writing, crime scene investigation, forensics, information systems, cultural diversity/bias and procedural justice. Candidates must meet state minimums and be at least 20 years of age at application and 21 years of age by academy graduation. Candidates must also be a US citizen or have an accepted application for US citizenship in progress. All coursework and training occurs at the Alameda County Sheriff's Regional Training Center. For additional eligibility and program requirements, please visit https://www.chabotcollege.edu/academics/applied-technology-business/admj/alameda-county-sheriffs-academy.php.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Develop the analytical thinking and professional skills necessary to work as a peace officer, including the application of procedures and techniques of law enforcement, criminal law, patrol procedures, cultural diversity, investigative procedures, report writing, defensive tactics, firearms, leadership, ethics, community policing, police vehicle operations, traffic enforcement, accident investigation, emotional well-being and first aid/CPR.
- Ability to apply to police agencies as a qualified peace officer, having satisfied the requirements set by the Commission on Peace Officer Standard Training for the state of California.
- Identify and apply principles of nutrition, stress, fitness and overall wellness based on a peace officer work schedule.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ADMJ 9907 | Physical Fitness for Law Enforcement (Active) | 1 |
| ADMJ 9997 | Law Enforcement Academy (Active) | 29 |
| Total | 30 | |
Other Information
Discipline: Law & Public Safety
Program Control Number: 41075
TOP Code: 210550 - Police Academy
CIP Code: 43.0107 - Criminal Justice/Police Science