The Rewarding and Challenging Field of Law Enforcement

Law Enforcement offers a career with opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills, a job that is challenging and rewarding, and an environment of teamwork with a sense of family. The Law Enforcement program at NCTC is designed to provide exceptional preparation for employment in the field of law enforcement, corrections, probation and parole, forensics and investigation.

Classes

The curriculum includes study of the fundamentals of criminal law, police systems and practices, criminal investigation, courts and criminal procedures, defensive measures, traffic and patrol administration as well as legal and ethical aspects of law enforcement. Part of the curriculum includes an internship scheduled with area law enforcement agencies to enhance classroom and laboratory experiences. If a student has satisfactorily completed a Texas Certified Police Academy and has passed the State Licensing Exam for Texas Peace Officers, advanced credit may be given toward law enforcement degree requirements. Prospective students must display good moral character, a stable employment record and have no history of any conduct that may affect suitability for law enforcement work.

Degree Options

Associate of Applied Science (AAS)

• Law Enforcement
  

Career Opportunities

From a complete range of law enforcement sub-specialty areas, a career can be developed to create a truly unique and comfortable lifestyle. Law enforcement provides opportunities to advance careers and achieve personal and professional goals. Graduates may be employed as police officers, sheriffs, jailers and guards, security personnel, criminal justice instructors, or with corporate and private police units. Plenty of excitement exists for officers regardless of the particular career path chosen. Salaries range from an estimated $14.00 per hour at an entry level to $19.00 with additional pay for overtime, longevity, and certification.

For additional information, please contact:

Cherly Gary, Law Enforcement Program Coordinator

• Phone: 940-498-6238
  
• Office: Corinth - Room
  
• Email: cgary@nctc.edu

Cliff Downey, Instructor

• Phone: 940-668-3313
  
• Office: Gainesville - Room 823
  
• Email: cdowney@nctc.edu