Law, Public Safety, Security
Criminal Justice –
Law Enforcement
Applied Associate of Science Degree - 69 credits
10-504-1
CONTACT
Natalie Clark
Advising/Registration Office
University Transfer Center - Room 210
Phone: 715-365-4912 or 800-544-3039, ext. 4912
Email: nclark@nicoletcollege.edu
Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement students study the law enforcement field plus the areas of physical and behavioral sciences to meet the demands of the police profession, including criminal investigation, traffic theory, and professional communication.
About the Program
The Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement program is designed for entry level as well as presently employed police officers to complete the requirements in approximately four to five semesters. Students who meet the advanced standing requirements may take tactical skills courses in the 3rd and 4th semester in order to complete the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Board's standards for certification. Please consult with the program advisor regarding Law Enforcement Standards' Board requirements or a criminal justice practicum.
Possible Careers
- Municipal, County, State, or Federal Law Enforcement
- Private Security
- Private Investigator
- Corrections
- Code Enforcement Officer
- Police Telecommunicator/Dispatcher
- Loss Control/Prevention Manager
- Government Security Agent
- Conservation Warden/DNR or Park Ranger
- Military Law Enforcement Officer
Degree Program Outcomes
A. Think critically
Criteria
1. Asks questions, probes all useful sources of information & looks beyond the obvious
2. Promotes safety
3. Bases decisions on facts rather than assumptions
4. Makes decisions that are legal, and ethical
5. Makes decisions that do not compromise investigations
6. Makes decisions that support long-term problem resolution
B. Manage emergencies
Criteria
1. Organizes information, resources, activities, and people
2. Takes charge
3. Determines priorities
4. Makes decisions in a timely manner
5. Stabilizes scenes
6. Preserves life and evidence
7. Takes appropriate actions
C. Communicate effectively
Criteria
1. Delivers written, spoken, and visual communication clearly and accurately
2. Listens actively
3. Responds appropriately in dynamically evolving situations
4. Clearly articulates and documents observations and rationale for actions taken
D. Demonstrate professionalism
Criteria
1. Demonstrates reliability and proficiency in police procedures
2. Applies the law appropriately
3. Carries out assigned responsibilities
4. Displays a sense of duty and service, reports properly equipped, prepared & willing to participate/engage
5. Adheres to ethical standards
E. Conduct investigations
Criteria
1. Assesses and stabilizes scenes
2. Identifies witnesses and victims
3. Conducts interviews and interrogations
4. Identifies, collects, and preserves physical evidence
5. Documents physical and testimonial evidence
F. Interact with others
Criteria
1. Interacts with others to complete tasks, solve problems, resolve conflicts, provide information and offer support
2. Exhibits respectful behaviors and language
3. Adapts to situations and individuals
G. Demonstrate tactical skills
Criteria
1. Uses sound tactics to enforce and implement initiatives
2. Uses effective approach considerations
3. Uses effective intervention options
4. Uses effective follow-through considerations
Articulation Agreements
Students who complete the Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement degree can seamlessly transfer credits to Franklin University, apply their Nicolet credits towards a Bachelor of Science degree in public safety management, and complete their degree via distance learning.
Contact the Academic Advising Office at 715-365-4912 or 800-544-3039, ext. 4912, for more information.
