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Policing Certificate

The Policing Certificate prepares students with basic knowledge of the role of policing in the criminal justice system, focusing on the functions of maintaining public order and safety, enforcing the law, and preventing, detecting, and investigating criminal activities. This certificate program is not a police academy. Students may choose to continue working toward an AAS in Criminal Justice, as the courses in this certificate count toward the AAS degree.

Policing Certificate Requirements

Curriculum: OCC 192

Program Core: 12 Credit Hours

Total Certificate Credits: 12

Other Certificate Graduation Requirements:

  • 2.0 minimum cumulative GPA at MCC upon completion of program
  • For certificates of less than 12 credit hours, all required credits must be completed through MCC coursework. For all other certificates, one-half of the minimum credit hours required must be completed through MCC coursework.
  • Completion of graduation application