The former Law Enforcement program at Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College (FDLTCC) is now the Criminal Justice / Peace Officer (CJPO) program.  The new name reflects the important changes in how officers serve their communities and interact with the public.  The former focus on enforcement has been replaced with a deeper understanding of officers’ roles in ensuring justice and providing service. To learn more about the CJPO program, please visit https://fdltcc.edu/degrees-certificates/degree-programs/criminal-justice-peace-officer/.

In addition to the name change, classes on mental health, crisis management, inclusiveness, leadership, and the more traditional police sciences are included in the program’s updated curriculum.  The mission of the CJPO program at FDLTCC is to provide exceptional theoretical and experiential learning opportunities to our students with a focus on best practices in 21st Century Policing, procedural justice, ethics, diversity, crisis management, and embracing the tenants of community policing-building partnerships, preventing crime and fear of crime, and innovative problem solving.

“Enrolling as a student in the Criminal Justice and Peace Officer program at FDLTCC is your first step to a lifelong commitment in one of the most noble professions known to humankind,” shared CJPO Skills Coordinator, Joel Olejnicak.

Many members of the CJPO program faculty are actively working in the field, which enables them to bring current real-world experience to every class. Additionally, graduates from the CJPO program at FDLTCC enter the field prepared to serve their community and fill important positions at agencies across the state.

“Our Criminal Justice / Peace Officer degree program has earned the respect and trust from public safety leaders because they know our students are best prepared to be day one ready to serve and make a meaningful impact in the public safety careers they choose,” shared CJPO Program Coordinator, Mike Tusken.

Students interested in the CJPO program or other programs at FDLTCC can apply to the college for free at any time by visiting https://fdltcc.edu/admissions/apply-here/.

To learn more about the CJPO program and degree options available within the program, please visit https://fdltcc.edu/degrees-certificates/degree-programs/criminal-justice-peace-officer/. For media inquiries, FDLTCC Director of Marketing and Communications, Taylor Warnes, at taylor.warnes*AT*fdltcc.edu.

Learn about the Criminal Justice / Peace Officer program at FDLTCC

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I chose FDLTCC because of its size and the curriculum. When I first came here in 2019, I was just looking for what I needed to volunteer, perhaps in a crisis shelter. I met with Don Jarvinen, and the rest is history.

It is awesome here at the FDLTCC Education Program because it is like a family here, if you need help or are struggling with anything, you have quite a few people who will help you out.

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