Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026Class Size56–60 studentsCredits35PrerequisitePrerequisite: Students are admitted by special application only. Admission to the program is based on scores on the POST Entry-Level Exam, and other special requirements. Corequisite: AJLE 100 Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionThis 23-week course prepares the student for a career as a peace officer under the authority of the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). The curriculum covers learning domains ranging from academic subjects on criminal law, investigation and patrol procedures to psychomotor skills on defensive tactics, firearms training, driving skills and officer-violator contacts. The successful completion of this course will allow the student to be employed as a peace officer in California (valid for three years after graduation) and lead to the issuance of a Basic Law Enforcement Certificate from P.O.S.T. after one year of approved field service at a law enforcement agency. Graded only. 