Law Enforcement
Students develop investigation skills essential to careers in Criminal Justice (Police, Courts, and Corrections) and the ever growing Private Security fields. They also have the opportunity to experience parts of the Criminal Justice System through job shadowing experiences in the real world. The program emphasizes a curriculum that covers topics such as: criminal procedures, crime photography, criminal investigations, criminal law, Bill of Rights/US Constitution, vehicle law, private security, report writing, and first aid/CPR.
Two Year Half-Day Program
Year One: 8:00 A.M.-10:25 A.M. (36 weeks // 3 credits)
Year Two: 11:30 A.M.-2:00 P.M. (36 weeks // 3 credits)
CIP Code
43.0107
Program Costs
Students are required to purchase the following at an estimated cost of $50:
- Uniforms
Virtual Tour
NOCTI
National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) provides industry-based credentials and partner industry certifications for students enrolled in career and technical education programs.
Adult & Infant/Child CPR
Expert, OSHA compliant, CPR training is provided for students looking to pursue a career where OSHA-mandated CPR training is a requirement, giving you the knowledge to react during a crisis.
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Essentials
Fundamental understandings of CPR and AED training will help students understand with comprehensive awareness training how and when to use an AED to help save lives.
First Aid
First Aid certification provides students with the basic fundamentals of recognizing the signs that someone needs help and administering the right type of care for both kids and adults.
Community First Aid & Safety
First Aid certification provides students with the basic fundamentals of recognizing the signs that someone needs help and administering the right type of care for both kids and adults.
SOAR programs of study prepare today’s student for tomorrow’s high demand and high wage careers.
Career opportunities range from a mason’s helper to block layer, bricklayer, estimator, or construction supervisor and may begin in high school with a Co-op position providing job experience and a salary. The 500 members of the Lebanon County Builders Association as well as the Pennsylvania Concrete Masonry Association sponsor this program, provide student scholarships and employ graduates.
Salary Ranges
| Position | Projected Employment Growth 2014-2024 | Entry Salary | Avg PA Salary | Experienced Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Correctional Officer | 1% | $36,930 | $51,140 | $58,240 |
| Paralegal | 9% | $34,280 | $54,080 | $63,970 |
| Police Officer | 0% | $40,170 | $66,460 | $79,610 |
| Private Investigator | 2% | $30,540 | $44,430 | $51,380 |
CAREER PATHS:
- Local Police Officer
- State Police Officer
- Federal Police Officer
- Attorney
- Paralegal
- Sheriff Deputy
- Corrections Officer
- Parole Officer
- Private Investigator
- Security Officer
- Military Police Officer
- Military Security Officer
- Military Criminal Investigator
GRADUATES EMPLOYED BY:
- New York State Police
- South Lebanon Police Department
- Cornwall Police Department
- Military Police
- District Justice Office
- Lebanon County Correctional Facility
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