Program Title
Administration of Justice/Corrections
TOPs Code
Administration of Justice (210500)
Projected Start Date
2019-02-01
Program Description
The Basic Correctional Deputy Academy provides entry-level training for correctional officers. The course will introduce the student to adult corrections procedure, interviewing, counseling techniques, defensive tactics, public relations, and oral and written communications. Security and supervision techniques in adult institutions are stressed. The Correctional Deputy Academy meets or exceeds the mandates of the California Board of Corrections and Rehabilitation. 220 hours lecture and 220 hours laboratory.
Enrollment Completer Projections
It is estimated that the college will have 90 students complete this certificate annaually.