Description
Students will participate in a comprehensive program of physical fitness and wellness to enable them to meet the minimum requirements for physical fitness in accordance with the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services by the end of training program. This course includes both a pre-test and post-test to assess student progress towards the graduation requirement of meeting the fiftieth percentile Cooper Standard. Also included is information related to wellness and stress awareness. The New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services mandates the content of this course for Phase 1 of the Basic Course for Police Officers. Open only to students accepted and enrolled in the Police Basic Training Program.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Student will meet the 50th percentile Cooper Standard for cardiovascular fitness and muscular strength
- Identify activities and components of a program that promotes physical fitness, mental health & wellness for persons engaged in the law enforcement profession
Semester
Fall