The need for skilled security and asset protection personnel, as well as entry-level law enforcement officers, is growing. This degree program will give you a diverse background in asset protection technology, risk management, security law, security alarm and video installation procedures and equipment, private investigations, and an introduction to the criminal justice system. You’ll also learn how to conduct a security survey and address security concerns affecting businesses, manufacturers and residential buildings. With this degree, you’ll be ready for an entry-level position in numerous important and valued career fields.

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Admissions Requirements

Skills Assessment

An academic skills assessment is required for admission into this program or the following: provide completion of associate’s or higher degree OR; 165 or higher on your 2014 series GED tests OR; ACT OR SAT OR Accuplacer OR Companion OR Compass (last 3 years) to waive to the general education level; The cost of the Accuplacer assessment is $15; Catalog #: 94100100; Learn more at www.fvtc.edu/Assessment.

Credit Transfer Options

They're your credits. Take them with you!

Whether you’re an incoming student, transferring to another two-year college or pursuing your bachelor’s degree, we make it easy for you to seamlessly transfer your credits. With full accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission, we offer credit transfer agreements with more than 65 two-and four-year colleges.

Transfer In

Many students come to Fox Valley Tech with credits they’ve already earned, either while in high school or at other colleges and universities. It’s also possible to be granted credit for career-related knowledge and skills you’ve already mastered.

Transfer Out

Is a four-year degree in your future? Save time and money by starting here. You can earn your associate degree at Fox Valley Tech, then apply your credits toward a bachelor’s degree. Or easily transfer your credits to other two-year colleges.

Program Outcomes

• Demonstrate industry standard security processes and functions.
• Apply ethical and legal reasoning to challenges in security applications.
• Apply relevant and technological advances in security applications.
• Develop security plans to mitigate risks in residential, industrial and business environments.
• Obtain Emergency Management Institute IS-700.A: (An Introduction to National Incident Management System) training certificate.
• Obtain Emergency Management Institute IS-800.B: (An Introduction to National Response Framework) training certificate.

Additional Information

Completion of this degree qualifies you to apply to the Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement 720 Academy to become a certified law enforcement officer.

Undecided?

Still undecided about your major or exploring your career options? Check out these resources to identify your personality traits, values, abilities and interests – important considerations when choosing a career. You’ll also find details about scheduling a college visit and contact information for our career counselors if you’d like more personal assistance. We’re here to help you explore your options.

Make the most of your education.

Start anywhere. Many credits can apply toward future programs, so you can get the right training at the right time in your career.