Oakland Police Academy (OPA.CT)
Certificate
Human Services
Auburn Hills Campus
The Police Academy Certificate is restricted to Police Academy graduates.
The Oakland Police Academy meets all requirements for Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES). Successful completion of the Academy qualifies cadets to take the MCOLES Michigan Police Officer licensing exam.
MCOLES required knowledge and skill tests include, but are not limited to: Criminal Law and Procedures, Firearms, Emergency Vehicle Operations, First Aid, Physical Fitness Exit Exam, and Defensive Tactics.
Completion of the Oakland Police Academy satisfies above requirements.
Program Outcomes and Full Time Plan Example - Click Here
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements | ||
| OPA 2510 | Law and the Public Servant | 5 |
| OPA 2520 | Firearms Training | 5 |
| OPA 2530 | Subject Control Training | 5 |
| OPA 2540 | Health, Wellness, and Safety for the Public Servant | 5 |
| OPA 2550 | Traffic Enforcement and Patrol | 5 |
| OPA 2560 | Crime Scene Investigation | 5 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
A minimum cumulative 2.00 grade point average (GPA) overall is required for graduation.