Overview
Offered at the Augusta Campus.
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Program Description: The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Police Studies is a highly applied program designed to prepare students for entry-level employment as sworn law enforcement officers. Blending classroom instruction with extensive hands-on training, the curriculum provides a strong foundation in policing principles, criminal law, ethics, and community engagement while developing practical skills that are immediately transferable to the field. Students gain real-world experience through scenario-based exercises, role-playing, and simulated incidents that mirror the challenges faced by today's officers. Core areas of study include patrol operations, criminal investigations, report writing, use-of-force decision-making, and officer wellness. The program also emphasizes communication, problem-solving, cultural awareness, and crisis intervention-competencies essential to modern policing. Aligned with current law enforcement standards and supported by partnerships with local police agencies, the Police Studies AAS ensures graduates are career-ready with both the knowledge and the applied skills to succeed on the job and grow as professionals in the field of law enforcement.
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