Certificate Programs

Community Policing Certificate

The Community Policing Certificate Program (CPCP) recognizes the achievement of an individual’s progressive training goals within the field of Community Oriented Policing.

The program blends core courses, electives, and practical experience that form a strong foundation of critical knowledge and information.

The program is designed to increase the professional excellence of the law enforcement member who actively engages in Community Oriented Policing.

Criminal Investigation Certificate

This Criminal Investigation Certificate Program (CICP) is a series of North Carolina Justice Academy courses for investigators who wish to receive recognition for their achievement.

The program is tailored to the individual needs of the investigator and the department.

Leadership Certificate Program

The Leadership Certificate Program (LCP) is an opportunity for sworn and non-sworn criminal justice leaders to enhance the leadership skills that will help guide their agencies and communities toward a better future.

The program is designed to broaden the way leaders think and act, thus strengthening relationships and levels of influence with those they lead and serve.

School Resource Officer Certificate

The School Resource Officers program is specifically for those who want to increase their training experiences and credentials.

The program’s courses recognize that an SRO often performs traditional patrol responsibilities in addition to their school-related duties.

Tactical Training Certificate

The Tactical Training Certificate Program recognizes the achievements of officers involved in specialized and tactical arenas.

The program combines core and elective courses that enable the individual officer to develop a solid foundation of tactical training and expertise.

Traffic Crash Investigation & Reconstruction Certificate

The Traffic Crash Investigation  & Reconstruction Certificate Program is designed to recognize the achievement of law enforcement professionals who have dedicated themselves to making the highways safer and conducting thorough investigations for our citizens.

North Carolina officers who complete this program will master important aspects of traffic crash investigation and reconstruction and related topics and increase their professionalism.