Description
This course is designed to introduce students to the processes and procedures that police officers are required to be knowledgeable of and perform in carrying out their responsibilities in the community. As part of the course, students will apply these skills in scenario-based learning exercises. Topics include vehicle stops and traffic enforcement, recognizing the cannabis impaired motorist, impaired driver detection and standardized field sobriety testing, active shooter and reality-based training. The New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services mandates the topics covered by this course for Phase I of the Basic Course for Police Officers. Open only to students accepted and enrolled in the Police Basic Training Program.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Identify the processes and procedures when conducting traffic enforcement activities
- Identify and demonstrate the procedures and tactics for responding to low and high risk police activities
Prerequisites
Semester
Spring