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    BCOT 10 - Basic Correctional Officer Training

    Recent Professors
    Stanley E. Henry, Carlos A. Perez, Richard Aceves, Marcos Becerra, Michael A. Borer, Konstantin V. Fedunin-Jarvis, Michelle L. Grubbs, Chase S. Guss and 15 more
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    50 students
    Difficulty
    4.9Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    16
    Prerequisite
    None
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of BCOT 10
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    The Basic Correctional Officer Training provides entry-level training for correctional officers. The course will introduce the student to adult corrections procedure, interviewing, counseling techniques, defensive tactics, public relations, and oral and written communications. Security and supervision techniques in adult institutions are stressed. The Correctional Officer Training meets or exceeds the mandates of the California Board of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Check the program website for additional information. Lecture Grading: Letter None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CalGETC: None
    Usually Held
    Fri 11:30am–4:05pm, Fri 6:00am–10:10am, Mon Tue Wed Thu 11:30am–4:05pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 12:50pm–6:10pm