Criminal Justice and Law
Program Information
If
you are interested in pursuing a career in law, law enforcement,
corrections
or a private security profession join the Area Career Center Criminal
Justice Academy today.You will discuss and be exposed to the process
of
a crime scene investigation, evidence gathering, local and federal law
enforcement, prosecution and defense strategies, suspect questioning,
prison sentencing, and loss prevention in the corporate world.You
will
learn proper interview techniques and proper documentation. Each class
takes several field trips and has several guest instructors who are
working
professionals in their given fields. In order to enroll you should have
a desire to learn, be honest, have good judgment, and a strong sense
of integrity and responsibility.
Career Opportunities
- Police Officer
- Detective
- Special Agent
- Corrections Officer
- Private Detective
- Security Consultant
- Public Defender
Wages
High School Diploma and Vocational Graduate: $7.00-$15.00/hr
College or Additional Technical Training: $17.00-$28.00/hr
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Educational Opportunities
First
Semester Activities
August-December 2010
- Please contact the teacher for more information.
Syllabus
Click here to download the syllabus for this program.
About the Teachers
Mr. Tom Fulk
Phone: (219) 933-2428 x2066
E-mail: tpfulk@hammond.k12.in.us
Current member of the Hammond Police Department with 18 years of service. Six years experience processing crime scenes as an evidence technician. Four years experience as a D.A.R.E. instructor. Eight years experience as a detective investigating Burglaries, Property Crimes, Violent crimes, and Homicides. Currently assigned to the Internal Affairs Office as an investigator. Specialties also include Certified Breathalyzer Operator and Hostage Negotiator. President of Hammond Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #51 (Hammond Police Union) 1998 and 1999
Educational Background
Hammond High School 1976-1980. B.S. Organization Management from Calumet College Hammond, Indiana in 2002. Master of Law Enforcement Management from Calumet College Hammond, Indiana in 2005.
Mr. Michael Jordan
Phone: (219) 933-2428 x2066
E-mail: mljordan@hammond.k12.in.us