The Public Safety Administration program at CVCC challenged me and prepared me for real-life emergency situations. I feel ready to serve and protect my community with confidence.
Public Safety Administration – Law Enforcement Services
Prepare for leadership, management, and administrative roles in law enforcement and public safety.
Catawba Valley Community College’s Public Safety Administration – Law Enforcement Services program equips students and current practitioners with the knowledge and skills to lead within the law enforcement and criminal justice system. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and supervisory practices essential to managing personnel, coordinating interagency operations, and maintaining public trust in diverse communities.
Coursework explores criminal justice administration, crisis leadership, legal and ethical standards, public policy, and interagency coordination. Students also gain foundational knowledge in government budgeting, professional standards, community engagement, and administrative law. The program builds upon previously earned law enforcement training and certifications, providing a streamlined pathway for advancement into management and administrative roles.
Graduates are prepared to take on leadership responsibilities that enhance the effectiveness, accountability, and integrity of public safety organizations.
Program Information
Please see the catalog for more information about the degree option in this curriculum.
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement
The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) allows a student who earns the Associate degree with no grade lower than a “C” to be guaranteed admission to at least one of the UNC system schools as a Junior ;and make a smooth transition for maximum credit transfer.
Some Associate in Applied Science degrees may transfer in full or in part to a four-year school. CVCC has agreements with certain schools to accept the AAS degree in a 2 + 2 arrangement (subject to change).
Important Note:
- As always, it is imperative that a student at CVCC should be in full conversation with the senior school before selecting and completing a program of study at CVCC.
Contacts
Sherry Herman, Department Head, Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Education
Social Sciences
828-327-7000 ext. 4050
CVCC Alumni
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