CJK 0213 - Cross-over Corrections to Law Enforcement Tactical

Institution:

St. Johns River State College

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Description:

(40 Contact Hours) Course includes the basic knowledge and skills for certified corrections officer(s) to cross over to become law enforcement officer(s) in tactical applications: Module 11 includes information about the Florida court system structure and how courts relate to law enforcement; rules of the court and pretrial, trial, and post-trial procedures; the responsibilities of an officer with regard to court proceedings, the proper appearance of an officer, and the appropriate behavior and techniques that an officer should employ when testifying in court; and courtroom demeanor and techniques for testifying. Module 12 includes instruction in the first response to emergency situations, including traffic crash, missing person, injured animals, community issues, and health, safety and environmental issues resulting from crashes or accidents. It addresses securing and assessing the scene, gathering information on the incident, setting up a command post, and designating and delegating operation responsibilities. Module 13 includes general information involving law enforcement exposure to bombs, explosives, and weapons of mass destruction. Unit 1 addresses the skills needed to handle bomb and explosive situations including the use of appropriate search techniques and recognition of potential explosive devices. Unit 2 presents general information regarding weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and the skills needed to handle WMD situations. Module 14 introduces students to the skills to perform different law enforcement functions while assigned to a special detail. The skills can be applied to different types of special details such as parades, concerts, festivals, and other indoor or outdoor public events. This module includes the elements of unlawful assemblies and riots; definition of a riot and common indicators of tension in gatherings; types of force that can be used in riotous situations; and riot control procedures.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sjrstate.edu

Phone Number:

(386) 312-4200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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