The Law Enforcement Officer program builds upon skills and knowledge gained in the Special Function Officer program and prepares students for certification as peace officers under Utah law. By Utah Law, all law enforcement departments are required to have all police officers complete this program before performing the duties as a patrol officer, investigator, or deputy. The program consists of classroom instruction and practical applications in all law enforcement subjects.

Objectives

• Apply skills learned in the investigation of a variety of situations such as domestic violence, traffic accidents, DUI incidents, and more.
• Demonstrate proficiency through the successful completion of qualifications in firearms, defensive tactics, and physical fitness.
• Implement proper tactics to successfully deal with high-stress situations.
• Demonstrate proficiency with law enforcement tools such as Radar/Lidar and intoxilyzer.

Most major law enforcement departments require completion before consideration for employment.

Enrollment is limited to those individuals who have successfully completed the Special Function Officer Training.

Syllabi

Providing course syllabi ensures openness and transparency in course expectations, fostering a clear and accessible learning environment for all students. To see the course syllabi for the Police Academy Department, click the link below.

Syllabi for Police Academy Department Courses (opens in a new tab)

Program Courses

1. 1

   About Your Program

   This program is defined-entry, defined-exit, and runs once a year in July. Registration is first come, first served. Please contact a Student Success Advisor with any questions you may have about a program. You can check the start dates in the "program hours" section on this page.

   Make an appointment with a Student Success Advisor

   Not ready to schedule? You can text questions to (435) 261-9877.

2. 2

   Admissions

   Complete the Certificate-Seeking Application below. College admission policy requires a student to have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent.

   Fill out the Certificate-Seeking Application (opens in a new tab)
3. 3

   Programmatic Requirements

   Students will receive additional pre-enrollment programmatic requirements, if applicable, via email. If you have not received this email within 24 business hours, please check your spam or junk mail folders.

   Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent legal resident for a period of 5 years prior to application.

   Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of application.

   Have evidence of a high school diploma, GED, or recognized equivalent.

   Successfully completed the Special Function Officer program.

   Submit the completed application via the POST Applicant Portal (opens in a new tab) on or before the application deadline of May 15 at 3 p.m. A $50 Post Application fee is due upon submission. POST application is valid for 1 year from submission date.

   Academic Assessment: (NPOST) Basic reading, basic math, grammar, and writing. Call (435) 750-3188 to schedule an appointment. A $40 assessment fee will apply. A study guide may be obtained online here (opens in a new tab) .

4. 4

   Enrollment/Registration

   Once the programmatic requirements have been completed, the next step is to meet with a Student Services Representative to complete your enrollment. You will declare your starting date, enrolled hours, and set up your payment schedule.

   The first month's payment or completed Financial Aid is required at the time of enrollment. No appointment is necessary. If you have any questions, Student Services can be reached at 435-753-6780 or studentservices@btech.edu or you can visit us in person at the Logan Campus!

   Once the student has taken the assessment, he/she can meet with the Police Academy Director for an advisement interview, if interested.