Program Overview

Police Academy Program

The Police Academy at Southeast Missouri State University is dedicated to meeting the training needs of all law enforcement officers and agencies in the University's service area. The Academy, a Missouri Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) approved provider, has provided basic and specialized training for more than 2,800 law enforcement officers since the Academy was established in 1987.

Program Options

The Academy offers two options for training:

• Earn 18 credit hours from the University and earn a certificate in Law Enforcement.
• Earn 18 credit hours toward a bachelor's degree by attending the Academy as part of a four-year degree program.

Curriculum

The Police Academy provides high-quality training with clear expectations, exceeding Missouri P.O.S.T. requirements with over 700 hours of instruction. The curriculum includes:

• DMT Intox Type III Certification
• Patrol Rifle
• TASER
• Driving Simulation
• Cybersecurity
• 360ｰ Shooting Simulator
• Traffic Radar
• Defensive Tactics
• Missouri P.O.S.T. Curricula
• Administrative Procedures
• Code Subject Area 101: Orientation/Rules and Regulations
• Code Subject Area 102: Basic Study Skills and Note Taking
• Legal Studies
• Constitutional Law
• Code Subject Area 201: Introduction to Legal Blocks
• Code Subject Area 202: The Criminal Process
• Code Subject Area 203: Rules of Evidence
• Code Subject Area 204: Admissions/Confessions/Miranda
• Code Subject Area 205: Contact/Detention/Arrest
• Code Subject Area 206: Prisoner Rights and Privileges
• Code Subject Area 207: Searches, Seizures, and the Search Warrant
• Code Subject Area 208: Non-Fourth Amendment Seizures
• Code Subject Area 209: Stop and Frisk
• Code Subject Area 210: Search Incident to Arrest
• Code Subject Area 211: Searches and Seizures Without a Warrant
• Code Subject Area 212: Peace Officer Liability
• Missouri Statutory Law
• Code Subject Area 301: Criminal Code Overview
• Code Subject Area 302: General Provisions
• Code Subject Area 303: Justification-Use of Force
• Code Subject Area 304: Criminal Statutes
• Code Subject Area 305: Civil Process
• Traffic Law
• Code Subject Area 401: Uniform Citation
• Code Subject Area 402: Registration, Licensing, and Insurance
• Code Subject Area 403: Traffic and Vehicle Equipment Regulations
• Interpersonal Perspectives
• Code Subject Area 500: Ethics and Professionalism
• Domestic Violence
• Code Subject Area 601: Domestic Violence Response
• Code Subject Area 602: Child Abuse and Neglect
• Human Behavior
• Code Subject Area 701: Tactical Communication
• Code Subject Area 702: Communications Obstacles
• Code Subject Area 703: Cultural Diversity
• Code Subject Area 704: Dealing with Aggressive Behavior
• Code Subject Area 705: Dealing with Death
• Technical Studies
• Patrol and Jail Management
• Code Subject Area 801: Introduction to Patrol
• Code Subject Area 802: Crime Prevention
• Code Subject Area 803: Radio Communication Procedures
• Code Subject Area 804: Processing and Documentation Procedures
• Code Subject Area 805: Field Interviews
• Code Subject Area 806: Basic Security Procedures
• Code Subject Area 807: Search of Persons/Vehicles
• Code Subject Area 808: Vehicle Stops
• Code Subject Area 809: Emergency Response/Building Searches
• Code Subject Area 810: Gangs, Transients, and Organized Crime
• Code Subject Area 811: Civil Disturbance Response
• Code Subject Area 812: Survival Mentality
• Code Subject Area 813: Hazardous Material
• Homeland Security
• Code Subject Area 901: Terrorism/WMD Awareness
• Code Subject Area 902: ICS 100.leb - Introduction to ICS for the LEO
• Code Subject Area 903: ICS 700.a - NIMS
• Traffic Accident and Law Enforcement
• Code Subject Area 1001: STARS/Accident Report Writing and Diagramming
• Code Subject Area 1002: Accident Investigation
• Code Subject Area 1003: Introduction to Traffic Radar
• Code Subject Area 1004: DWI Investigation and Reporting (SFST)
• Code Subject Area 1005: Traffic Control and Direction
• Criminal Investigation
• Code Subject Area 1101: Interrogation Process
• Code Subject Area 1102: Informant Use
• Code Subject Area 1103: Case and Trial Preparation
• Code Subject Area 1104: Crime Scene Investigation (CSI)
• Code Subject Area 1105: Introduction to Basic Investigation
• Code Subject Area 1106: Crime Scene Processing and Documentation
• Code Subject Area 1107: Fingerprint Evidence
• Code Subject Area 1108: Property Crime Investigation
• Code Subject Area 1109: Theft Investigation
• Code Subject Area 1110: Burglary Investigation
• Code Subject Area 1111: Assault Investigation
• Code Subject Area 1112: Robbery Investigation
• Code Subject Area 1113: Death Investigation
• Code Subject Area 1114: Intro to Drug Identification and Investigation
• Code Subject Area 1115: Sexual Investigation
• Code Subject Area 1116: Bad Check Investigation
• Code Subject Area 1117: Auto Theft Investigation
• Code Subject Area 1118: Criminal Intelligence
• Code Subject Area 1119: Arson and Explosives Investigation
• Code Subject Area 1120: Jurisdiction Specific Investigation
• Report Writing
• Code Subject Area 1201: Introduction to Report Writing
• Code Subject Area 1202: Interviewing Skills
• Code Subject Area 1203: Report Writing Exercises
• Code Subject Area 1204: Criminal History Reporting
• Code Subject Area 1300: Juvenile Justice and Procedures
• Code Subject Area 1400: First Responder Skills Development
• Defensive Tactics
• Code Subject Area 1501: Concepts of Defensive Tactics/Use of Force
• Code Subject Area 1502: Handcuffing and Restraint Devices
• Code Subject Area 1503: Control Techniques
• Code Subject Area 1504: Active Defense Measures
• Code Subject Area 1505: Intermediate Weapons
• Code Subject Area 1506: Weapons Retention and Disarming
• Code Subject Area 1507: Ground Fighting Techniques
• Code Subject Area 1508: Mechanics of Arrest and Control
• Code Subject Area 1509: Use of Force Scenarios
• Firearms
• Code Subject Area 1601: Fundamentals of Marksmanship
• Code Subject Area 1602: Shooting Stance/Loading/Dry Fire
• Code Subject Area 1603: Skill Development - Handgun
• Code Subject Area 1604: Handgun Qualification
• Code Subject Area 1605: Shotgun Introduction
• Code Subject Area 1606: Skill Development - Shotgun
• Code Subject Area 1607: Shotgun Qualification
• Code Subject Area 1608: Stress Combat Course
• Code Subject Area 1609: Night Fire Handgun/Shotgun
• Code Subject Area 1610: Shooting Decisions
• Physical Training and Wellbeing
• Code Subject Area 1701: Physical Training
• Code Subject Area 1702: Stress Management
• Code Subject Area 1703: Health, Fitness, and Nutrition
• Driver Training
• Code Subject Area 1801: Emergency Maneuver Techniques
• Code Subject Area 1802: Skill Development Day/Night
• Code Subject Area 1803: Fundamentals of Law Enforcement Driving
• Practical Applications
• Stress Combat Practical
• Vehicle Stop Practical
• Traffic Radar Practical

Deadlines

• Application Deadline: July 17
• Class Begins: August 3

Costs and Financial Aid

The Academy recognizes that education is a significant financial commitment and offers support to navigate the process. From understanding tuition and fees to exploring grants, loans, and payment plans, the full-service financial aid office is available to guide students through their options and help them obtain the education they need.