Law Enforcement - Associate of Applied Science (Major Code - LEO)

The Law Enforcement Associate of Applied Science degree is designed to prepare students for a career in law enforcement. The passing of a prescreening, fingerprint clearance and background investigation are required prior to entry into the Police Academy.

Must be 21 years old by Police Academy Graduation. Must meet standards set forth in R13-4-105 of the Arizona Administrative Code.

Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

  • Apply acquired knowledge and skills for the successful completion of the Arizona Peace Officers Standards and Training Board (AZ POST) certification requirements.
  • Articulate a comprehensive understanding of legal issues, patrol and investigation techniques, and community relations.
  • Demonstrate defensive tactics and tactical driving techniques, knowledge of traffic procedures and the professional use of firearms as applicable to law enforcement guidelines.
  • Explain the importance of physical conditioning and wellness, and perform applications of first aid techniques as required for law enforcement.
  • Model professional communication ability, write effective reports and demonstrate proficient use of technology.

Degree Map

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 18-19 CREDITS

Composition 6 credits

ENG 101Composition**

3

OR

ENG 101LComposition with Support Lab*

3

ENG 102English Composition**

3

Mathematics 3-4 credits

MAT 142College Mathematics***

3

OR

MAT 142LCollege Mathematics with Support Lab*

3

or higher (3-4 credits)

Liberal Arts 6 credits

SOC 215Race and Ethnicity***

3

OR

SOC 202Social Problems***

3

OR

PSY 210Social Psychology**

3

 

COM 102Essentials of Communication**

3

OR

COM 204Elements of Intercultural Communication**

3

Technology Literacy 3 credits

CIS 116Computer Essentials*

3

OR

CIS 120Introduction to Information Systems**

3

CORE CURRICULUM 30 CREDITS

LEO 200Introduction to Law Enforcement Technology*

2

LEO 201Legal Aspects of Law Enforcement

3

LEO 202Firearms Training for Law Enforcement

2

LEO 203Report Writing for Law Enforcement

2

LEO 204Physical Conditioning and Wellness for Law Enforcement

1

LEO 205Community Relations for Law Enforcement

2

LEO 206First Aid for Law Enforcement

1

LEO 207Defensive Tactics for Law Enforcement

1

LEO 208Tactical Driving for Law Enforcement*

1

LEO 209Criminal Investigations for Law Enforcement

4

LEO 210Criminal Law for Law Enforcement

3

LEO 211Patrol Procedures for Law Enforcement

4

LEO 212Traffic Procedures for Law Enforcement

4

ELECTIVES (AS NEEDED TO COMPLETE THE DEGREE)

TOTAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 60 CREDITS