Basic Correctional Officer Training (BCOT)

BCOT 010  Basic Correctional Officer Training   Units: 16

The Basic Correctional Officer Training 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 Officer Training meets or exceeds the mandates of the California Board of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Check the program website for additional information.
Lecture Hours: 218.5         Lab Hours: 241.5          Repeatable: No
Grading: Letter
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: KINE 037
Limitation on enrollment: 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.
Transfer Status: None                 Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COD GE: None                 CSU GE: None                 IGETC: None

BCOT 020  Basic Juvenile Correctional Officer Training   Units: 10

The Basic Juvenile Correctional Officer Training provides students with entry-level training for Juvenile correctional officers and other probation positions. The course will introduce the student to juvenile corrections procedure, interviewing, counseling techniques, defensive tactics, public relations, and oral and written communications. Security and supervision techniques in juvenile institutions are stressed. The curriculum is designed to meet or exceed the requirements of the California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC -California). Students attend the Academy in full uniform and will be able to attend an orientation 3 weeks prior to the course. The orientation date will be listed in the Schedule of Classes. There is an additional fee of $200-$300 for the uniform and gear.
Lecture Hours: 170         Lab Hours: 70          Repeatable: No
Grading: Letter
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: None
Limitation on enrollment: None
Transfer Status: None                 Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COD GE: None                 CSU GE: None                 IGETC: None