Shadow Ridge High School – Criminal Justice I

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

This program will provide an overview of the eligibility and training standards required for various professions within the criminal justice system and examine the roles of the three major institutions: law enforcement, courts, corrections, and the juvenile justice system. Students will learn the history, purpose and structure of the criminal justice system as well as the major issues facing criminal justice today. Students will gain practical experience in the area of law enforcement communications, arrest and patrol strategies, fundamentals of report writing, victimology, and learn procedures regarding police and the Constitution. The curriculum for this course includes 21st century job skills, such as effective communication, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration that have been identified as foundational to success at school and at work.. Students participate in physical fitness, first aid and CPR training. 180 hours