Police Science
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Major in Police Science
Purpose: The curriculum has two primary purposes: (1) to prepare the student for career services in law enforcement and related occupations, and (2) to provide the first two years of an academic foundation for transfer into a four year liberal arts program or professional degree program in the discipline. This curriculum is applicable to both the preparatory student and the experienced officer.
Admission Requirements: There are no additional admission requirements for this program other than those established by the College for curricular students.
Occupational Objectives: Career development for individuals seeking positions such as commercial and industrial security officer; local, state, or federal law enforcement officer; police officer; private or government investigator; or corrections officer. Students should note that the following qualifications are prerequisites for employment with many law enforcement agencies: (1) excellent physical condition, free from any physical or mental conditions which might adversely affect acceptance or performance as a law enforcement officer; (2) normal hearing, color vision, and eye function; (3) weight in proportion to height; (4) excellent moral character: no convictions of any crime involving moral turpitude or any felony, and no excessive number of traffic citations. A background investigation is usually conducted by the employing agency prior to employment.
For more information, contact:
Bob Miller, Dean
Division of Business and Technologies
434.961.5348
bmiller@pvcc.edu
