Career Enhancement - LAWE 232
Civil Liabilities
For today's law enforcement officer, it is not enough to know criminal law. Case and civil law impact our career on a daily basis. Police popularity is not at an all-time high. Many police watchdog groups are waiting to sue you. Don't let your next paycheck go to anyone but you!
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High Impact Police Leadership
You already know who the good supervisors are. What is it about them that makes them the best?
Tactics: Preventing and Responding to School Violence
There is no greater responsibility asked of law enforcement than to protect our children. In today’s increasingly violent schools, that responsibility is becoming more difficult. Waiting until a violent act occurs can have devastating effects on students, the school, and the community—prevention is the only valid solution. With the information in this course, officers will discover ways to identify potentially violent students by understanding the causes and rationale behind school violence. Practical techniques for preventing violent acts and measures for preparing for what-if situations are provided, as well as a complete overview to tactical responses toward violence on school campuses. By studying these topics, officers will understand and be better prepared to implement strategies to prevent and respond to school violence.
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Pursuit Decision Making
Lights! Siren! Action! For law enforcement officers, vehicle pursuits are one of the most exhilarating yet dangerous aspects of the job. Our relentless pursuit of criminals often results in collisions, many with tragic consequences. Until now, officers confronted with fleeing violators were burdened with department policies that were far too general and difficult to apply during critical moments.
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Report Writing
Report writing can be one of the most dreaded duties a police officer faces. Writing police reports is tedious and time-consuming, yet is one of the most important tasks an officer performs. As police work grows in complexity, scrutiny of the profession increases and the skills to compose a well-written police report must be learned. It is imperative that officers be able to write a comprehensive report detailing the incident and their observations.
In this course, officers will develop the skills necessary to write effective police reports that are clear, concise, accurate, and thorough. Remember, if it is not documented, it did not happen.
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