Upon successful completion of this program, the student should be able to:

• Identify a criminal act and determine necessary punishment.
• Demonstrate quality writing skills required for criminal justice occupations.
• Digitize evidence at a crime scene.
• Practice ethical behavior and adhere to professional codes of conduct.
• Apply local, state, and federal statutes to protect individual rights and preserve public order.

A.A.S. in Criminal Justice Technology (A55180)

Program of Study

** English Electives  – ENG 112, ENG 114
# Humanities/Fine Arts Electives – ART 111, HUM 115, MUS 110, PHI 210, REL 110
! Major Electives – CJC 161, PSY 281

Note: CJC 223 can be taken in place of WBL 111 and WBL 115.

Criminal Justice Technology Transfer Certificate (C55180)

Program of Study

The Criminal Justice Transfer Certificate equips students with comprehensive knowledge of criminal justice systems and operations. Completion of this program allows students to transfer earned credits to a four-year university, creating an opportunity for students to earn a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.

Basic Law Enforcement Training (C55120)

Program of Study

Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) is designed to give students essential skills required for entry- level employment as law enforcement officers with state, county, or municipal governments, or with private enterprise.

This program utilizes State commission-mandated topics and methods of instruction. General subjects include, but are not limited to, criminal, juvenile, civil, traffic, and alcohol beverage laws; investigative, patrol, custody, and court procedures; emergency responses; and ethics and community relations.

Students must successfully complete and pass all units of study mandated by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission and the North Carolina Sheriffs’ Education and Training Standards Commission to receive a certificate.

Out-of-state students seeking to enroll in a program or course leading to professional licensure or certification should contact Darlene Hall, Director of Law Enforcement Training, to discuss enrollment and professional licensure options available. Students may view the Professional Licensure information page to learn more.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this certificate, the student should be able to:

1. Demonstrate correct handgun use. 
2. Safely operate a vehicle in emergency situations 
3. Demonstrate subject control maneuvers 
4. Demonstrate the ability to maintain physical fitness

For more information regarding BLET, contact:

Darlene Hall

Director of Law Enforcement Training

Department: Continuing Education

Phone: (252) 246-1365

Email: dhall@wilsoncc.edu

Office: Law Enforcement Academy

Students entering or applying to enter certain programs of study should be aware that completion of the program, licensure, certification, and/or employment may be affected if they have a prior criminal record. Programs where a student’s prior criminal record may come into question include, but are not limited to: Allied Health programs, Basic Law Enforcement Training, Criminal Justice Technology, Early Childhood Education, Paralegal Technology, and Emergency Medical Services.

Community agencies that provide opportunities for sponsorship, practicums, internships, or clinical experience may require criminal background checks. If the participating agency will not accept the student because of a criminal record, the student may be unable to continue in the program. Students completing certain programs of study may be prohibited from obtaining credentials 46 or licenses due to a criminal record. In such cases, the actual violation and the length of time since that violation may be a deciding factor. In some cases, employers may be required by law to perform a criminal background check prior to employment. The College conducts pre-employment criminal background checks on all eligible applicants for Federal Work Study positions.

Earn College Credit in High School

A CCP pathway for high school juniors and seniors is available for this program. Visit the Career and College Promise page for more information.

The Career and College Promise (CCP) Program provides opportunities for eligible high school students to start college early, where courses can count for dual credit (credit in the high school and college at the same time), all TUITION-FREE! CCP students accelerate completion of college certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees that provide entry-level job skills and/or lead to college transfer credit.