Upon successful completion of this program, the students will be able to:
Correctly explain the U.S. and New Mexico Criminal Justice Systems, the criminal law, the law of arrest, search and seizure, and the criminal trial process.
Demonstrate the ability to write clear and comprehensive reports for use by law enforcement
Demonstrate the ability to pass firearms qualification courses of fire (daylight and low-light) as required by the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy for certification as a law enforcement officer.
Demonstrate the ability to effectively perform the responsibilities of a law enforcement officer.
Demonstrate the cumulative knowledge required of a basic law enforcement officer in the State of New Mexico as mandated by the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy for certification as a law enforcement officer.