Description
This course surveys knowledge and skills associated with basic law enforcement operations. Emphasis is placed on patrol techniques, response to crimes in progress, critical incident management, officer survival, and report writing. Additional topics include arrest and booking procedures, courtroom testimony, communication procedures, and vehicle pullovers. This course is administered in accordance with standards established by the Georgia P.O.S.T. Council. Successful completion through Reinhardt University is required to earn basic peace officer certification. Students must meet P.O.S.T. academic standards. Prerequisite: Approval from Georgia P.O.S.T. Council and permission of the police academy director.