Law Enforcement, Certificate of Proficiency

Utah Valley University is a sanctioned provider of the Utah Law Enforcement Academy, the basic training program for certification of law enforcement officers. The academy is divided into two modules. The first, or core, provides training required for certification of special function officers and is foundational for law enforcement and correctional officers. The second module is required for certification as a reserve or law enforcement officer.

Matriculation Requirements

1. By permission only class. Individual must complete the State POST application.
2. Individual must attend an application meeting/interview to have their application accepted by the director of the academy.

Program Requirements

Course List

Code	Title	Credit Hours
Total Credit Hours		20
Discipline Core Requirements		20 Credits
CJ 1800	POST Module I	8
CJ 1810	POST Module II	12

Graduation Requirements

1. Individual must pass State POST written certification test at 80% or above to become State POST certified.
2. Individual must pass State POST physical certification test at the determined State requirements.
3. Completion of a minimum of 20 credits.
4. Overall grade point average of 3.0 or above.
5. Residency hours -- Minimum of 6 credits required through course attendance at UVU.

Graduation Plan

This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.

Plan of Study Grid

First Year
Semester 1		Credit Hours
CJ 1800	POST Module I	8
	Credit Hours	8
Semester 2
CJ 1810	POST Module II	12
	Credit Hours	12
	Total Credit Hours	20

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Students will complete all law enforcement training required by the state of Utah to become certifiable in this career field.
2. Emphasizes criminal and traffic laws, and the proper means of enforcing them.
3. Ethics and professionalism as well as police-community relations are a priority.
4. Training will also include proficiency with de-escalation tactics, firearms, arrest control techniques and physical fitness.
5. Students conduct investigations, prepare reports, and experience testimony in a moot court.