Administration of Justice/Corrections

The Basic Correctional Deputy Academy provides entry-level training for correctional officers. The course will introduce the student to adult corrections procedure, interviewing, counseling techniques, defensive tactics, public relations, and oral and written communications. Security and supervision techniques in adult institutions are stressed. The Correctional Deputy Academy meets or exceeds the mandates of the California Board of Corrections and Rehabilitation. 220 hours lecture and 220 hours laboratory.

It is estimated that the college will have 90 students complete this certificate annaually.

Moreno Valley College intends to utilize the units earned in the Correctional Academy for a state approved certificate. These units will serve as the core requirements for an AA in Administration of Justice with a corrections emphasis. The goal is to provide educational opportunities to the correctional officers career pathway served by our institution. With this AA degree, they will have a pathway for career enhancement/promotion and an ability to transfer to area four-year colleges to complete their undergraduate and graduate work.

Completion of POST reading and writing examination. Completion of POST physical fitness assessment. Possession of a valid California driver's license. Successful completion of medical examination. Fingerprint clearance through the California Department of Justice.