BCOT 20 - Basic Juvenile Correctional Officer Training

Recent Professors: Stanley E. Henry, Carlos A. Perez, Emil L. Fischer, Konstantin V. Fedunin-Jarvis, Michael D. Mendez, Jenifer M. Morales, Danny R. Villanueva, Christine M. Davis-Arden and 9 more
Recent Semesters: Fall 2026, Spring 2026
Class Size: 30 students
Difficulty: 5.5Moderateout of 10
Credits: 10
Prerequisite: None
Fall 2026 Sections: View Fall 2026 sections of BCOT 20
Transfers To: Not transferable
Description: The Basic Juvenile Correctional Officer Training provides students with entry-level training for Juvenile correctional officers and other probation positions. The course will introduce the student to juvenile corrections procedure, interviewing, counseling techniques, defensive tactics, public relations, and oral and written communications. Security and supervision techniques in juvenile institutions are stressed. The curriculum is designed to meet or exceed the requirements of the California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC -California). Students attend the Academy in full uniform and will be able to attend an orientation 3 weeks prior to the course. The orientation date will be listed in the Schedule of Classes. There is an additional fee of $200-$300 for the uniform and gear. Lecture Grading: Letter None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CalGETC: None
Usually Held: Fri Sat 1:00pm–2:30pm, Fri Sat 8:00am–11:50am, Fri Sat 2:30pm–4:40pm, Fri Sat 2:30pm–4:55pm