Why Consider Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement?
Those working in law enforcement serve passionately to build trust and ensure justice prevails for the benefit of everyone in society.
- Serving and protecting people and communities is what you want to do.
- Honesty and order are highly valued by you.
- You are good at negotiating and resolving conflicts.
- You handle high-stress situations calmly and effectively.
- You want to be able to directly impact people's lives.
Why Learn at Lakeshore?
- The State of Wisconsin's Recruit Academy curriculum is embedded in this program, making it convenient to fulfill its requirements while completing this degree.
- Program is certified by the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Training and Standards Bureau.
- Our low student-to-faculty ratio and in-person training allow you to get to know instructors and fellow students.
- Rigorous, highly supervised, hands-on training prepares you well for this in-demand career.
- Smoothly transfer your degree to your choice of over a dozen university partners to complete a bachelor's degree.
What It Takes
- Strong situational awareness
- Problem-solving skills
- Ability to keep emotions in check, even in challenging situations
- Commitment to honesty and ethical practices
- Good communication skills
Accreditation
Wisconsin Dept. of Justice, Training and Standards Bureau
Lakeshore College’s Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement program prepares students to obtain the required licensure to be employed/practice in the state of Wisconsin. Federal regulations state that institutions may not enroll students who intend to practice in states in which our curriculum does not meet their requirements for preparation, examination, or licensure. If you intend to work outside of Wisconsin, please work with your academic counselor to determine if Lakeshore’s curriculum and/or Wisconsin’s credentials will suffice for the state you intend to practice in.
