Peace Officer Basic Training – Learning Outcomes
Statement of Purpose
The purpose of the peace officer
basic training program at Central Ohio Technical College is to
prepare qualified individuals for entry-level positions
as peace officers through knowledge-based learning,
demonstrated skills proficiencies, experiential learning through
structural simulation, and practical experience in an ethical and
professional manner consistent with federal, state and
local laws enabling them to meet the Ohio Peace
Officer Training Commission requirements and
allowing successful graduates of the program to take the
state certification exam.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate competency requirements in entry-level positions as a certified law enforcement officer.
- Demonstrate knowledge through the study of general education courses with enhanced communications skills (both written and spoken) and a comprehensive knowledge of human behavior dynamics through the behavioral science courses.
- Identify and demonstrate problem-solving skills that will correlate to those they will be challenged by as a law enforcement officer upon employment.
- Perform their duties in an ethical and professional manner with highest regard for the U.S. Constitution and the rights of others.
- Develop independent and lifelong learning and working habits.
- Prepare to meet state requirements for state certification as a peace officer.