Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2025Class SizeNot publishedCredits2PrerequisiteSuccessful completion of a POST certified basic law enforcement academy within the last three years or current equivalent training as determined by the Dean of Academy Instruction. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee that state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency. Students who do not hold a POST basic certificate or equivalent may struggle in this course. Fundamental terms, concepts, and laws basic to law enforcement will not be taught or explained. Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionconvictions; 2) possess a valid California Driver's License; 3) undergo a fingerprint and criminal history check; 4) be a minimum of 18 years of age; 5) be a United States high school graduate; pass the GED, pass the California High School Proficiency Examination, or have attained a two- year or four-year degree from an accredited college or university; and 6) complete a medical suitability examination. This course satisfies the requirements of California Penal Code section 832.3(h) which requires any school peace officer first employed by a K-12 public school district or California Community College complete the specialized course of training within two years of the date of first employment. This course also satisfies the minimum standards for legislatively mandated courses requirement established by 11 CCR � 1081. Topics include the role and responsibility of school police in campus communities, laws and liability, mandated reporting requirements, de-escalation skills and conflict resolution, dynamics of student development, principled policing and problem-solving, operational awareness in the educational environment, and emergency operations. While this course is suitable for sworn peace officers employed by a county sheriff or city police department who are assigned to perform the duties of a School Resource Officer at a K-12 public school, there is no mandate for their attendance. This course is certified by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST), #2970-22294. Pass/No Pass only.Usually HeldMon Tue Sat, Fri, Fri 1:10pm–5:00pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 