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Comprehensive Program Review Report (Narrative) College of the Sequoias Program Review - Police Science Program Review - Police Science Prepared by: Kevin Mizner What are the strengths of your area?: The Police Science Division has a number of strengths to focus on for 2014/15. Overall, in 2014/15 the program has produced 97 police officer candidates (police academy), 118 limited peace officer candidates (PC 832), 34 correctional officers (Adult Core Academy), and over 400 advanced officers have received training in advanced law enforcement courses in cooperation with the Training Resource Center (TRC). The advanced officer training totaled $146,174 in total revenue for TRC. 1. The Police Science Division continues to have solid completion rates in the for credit area of instruction. In 2014/15, the Division offered both the PC 832 Laws of Arrest and Firearms courses. The Laws of Arrest courses experienced an overall completion rate 96% and the Firearms courses had a completion rate of 99%. In addition, the Police Academy modules remain fairly steady as compared to previous sessions. In 2014/15, the first module (Module III) had an overall completion rate of 84% (79% in 2013/14). Of those who failed to complete the first module (Module III), only one student failed due to testing. The additional students dropped the program for a variety of issues including financial concerns and for personal reasons. The second module (Module II) had an overall completion rate of 91% (89% in 2013/14) and the third module (Module I) had an overall completion rate of 89% (86% in 2013/14). In comparison, the statewide average for completion rates for Police Academies (2014/15 Perkins IV Core Indicator Report) is 78.95% (refer attached report). 2. In 2015, the CA Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) completed the Basic Course Certification Review (BCCR) process for the Police Academy. The comprehensive review covers a multitude of areas defined by POST regulation and requires a passing score to maintain accreditation for the program. The Police Academy passed the review with only three minor recommendations to be implemented (final report pending). 3. The Police Science Division has initiated a digital project for records storage. The police academy and advanced officer training courses require significant documentation that must be retained for long periods of time. The records have been maintained in storage boxes and stored on site. Due to a necessary reduction in storage space, the college approved the purchase of two high speed scanners, development of a file system in BDMS (Banner) and budgeted clerical time to allow for the conversion of records. Once completed, records storage space will be reduced significantly, and the digital files will be accessible from any workstation with BDMS access and approved password. 4. In 2015, the District approved the return of the Extended Police Academy format beginning in 2016. For approximately 15 years, the Extended format was offered as an alternative program to the Intensive format. In 2011, the Extended format was put into abeyance due to budget issues. After extensive review, it was determined that the Extended format will allow many potential law enforcement candidates to attend an academy while working full-time during the week. In addition, the format should offer 60+ FTES annually to assist the Hanford Center reach the goal of 1,000 FTES while using classroom space on the weekends. 5. In Spring 2016, the Academy Orientation Course (PS310) will be in the course catalog and available for scheduling. This course is a 40-hour (2 units) offering designed to prepare students for the rigors of the police academy. The curriculum will include report writing, physical training orientation, drill and deportment, sample testing and introduction to the polices and procedures of the Academy. What improvements are needed?: There are a number of improvements that have been identified and are currently in process of review. 1. The Police Science Division has a limited number of full-time staff supported by limited part-time staff. There is limited back-up for key positions within the Division and employee absences can create significant issues for the day-to-day operation of the program. Two key areas of concern are the Academy Coordinator and Administrative Assistant positions. A recent serious medical issue removed the Academy Coordinator from his position and while a substitute was assigned, there is little written procedure available for the substitute to follow. It requires a significant investment of time by the Program Director to help make certain all required tasks are followed. 2. As part of the Academy operation, Recruit Training Officers (RTO’s) are donated by local law enforcement agencies to provide direct supervision of the academy class (required pursuant to POST regulations). While of great benefit to the District in cost savings, the current model lacks consistency and proper information sharing between RTO’s who never see the other RTO’s. In a final Program Evaluation conducted with the academy class in Spring of 2015, there were a number of comments specifically addressing the lack of consistency in RTO activity. Some students found the inconsistency to be of benefit while others found it frustrating 10/21/2015 12:22 PM Generated by TracDat a product of Nuventive. Page 1 of 4

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Comprehensive Program Review Report (Narrative)College of the Sequoias

Program Review - Police Science

Program Review - Police Science

Prepared by: Kevin MiznerWhat are the strengths of your

area?:The Police Science Division has a number of strengths to focus on for 2014/15. Overall, in 2014/15 the program has produced 97 police officer candidates (policeacademy), 118 limited peace officer candidates (PC 832), 34 correctional officers (Adult Core Academy), and over 400 advanced officers have received training inadvanced law enforcement courses in cooperation with the Training Resource Center (TRC). The advanced officer training totaled $146,174 in total revenue forTRC.

1. The Police Science Division continues to have solid completion rates in the for credit area of instruction. In 2014/15, the Division offered both the PC 832Laws of Arrest and Firearms courses. The Laws of Arrest courses experienced an overall completion rate 96% and the Firearms courses had a completion rate of99%.

In addition, the Police Academy modules remain fairly steady as compared to previous sessions. In 2014/15, the first module (Module III) had an overallcompletion rate of 84% (79% in 2013/14). Of those who failed to complete the first module (Module III), only one student failed due to testing. The additionalstudents dropped the program for a variety of issues including financial concerns and for personal reasons. The second module (Module II) had an overallcompletion rate of 91% (89% in 2013/14) and the third module (Module I) had an overall completion rate of 89% (86% in 2013/14). In comparison, the statewideaverage for completion rates for Police Academies (2014/15 Perkins IV Core Indicator Report) is 78.95% (refer attached report).

2. In 2015, the CA Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) completed the Basic Course Certification Review (BCCR) process for thePolice Academy. The comprehensive review covers a multitude of areas defined by POST regulation and requires a passing score to maintain accreditation for theprogram. The Police Academy passed the review with only three minor recommendations to be implemented (final report pending).

3. The Police Science Division has initiated a digital project for records storage. The police academy and advanced officer training courses require significantdocumentation that must be retained for long periods of time. The records have been maintained in storage boxes and stored on site. Due to a necessary reductionin storage space, the college approved the purchase of two high speed scanners, development of a file system in BDMS (Banner) and budgeted clerical time to allowfor the conversion of records. Once completed, records storage space will be reduced significantly, and the digital files will be accessible from any workstation withBDMS access and approved password.

4. In 2015, the District approved the return of the Extended Police Academy format beginning in 2016. For approximately 15 years, the Extended format wasoffered as an alternative program to the Intensive format. In 2011, the Extended format was put into abeyance due to budget issues. After extensive review, it wasdetermined that the Extended format will allow many potential law enforcement candidates to attend an academy while working full-time during the week. Inaddition, the format should offer 60+ FTES annually to assist the Hanford Center reach the goal of 1,000 FTES while using classroom space on the weekends.

5. In Spring 2016, the Academy Orientation Course (PS310) will be in the course catalog and available for scheduling. This course is a 40-hour (2 units) offeringdesigned to prepare students for the rigors of the police academy. The curriculum will include report writing, physical training orientation, drill and deportment,sample testing and introduction to the polices and procedures of the Academy.

What improvements areneeded?:

There are a number of improvements that have been identified and are currently in process of review.

1.The Police Science Division has a limited number of full-time staff supported by limited part-time staff. There is limited back-up for key positions within theDivision and employee absences can create significant issues for the day-to-day operation of the program. Two key areas of concern are the Academy Coordinatorand Administrative Assistant positions. A recent serious medical issue removed the Academy Coordinator from his position and while a substitute was assigned,there is little written procedure available for the substitute to follow. It requires a significant investment of time by the Program Director to help make certain allrequired tasks are followed.

2.As part of the Academy operation, Recruit Training Officers (RTO’s) are donated by local law enforcement agencies to provide direct supervision of the academyclass (required pursuant to POST regulations). While of great benefit to the District in cost savings, the current model lacks consistency and proper informationsharing between RTO’s who never see the other RTO’s. In a final Program Evaluation conducted with the academy class in Spring of 2015, there were a number ofcomments specifically addressing the lack of consistency in RTO activity. Some students found the inconsistency to be of benefit while others found it frustrating

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and problematic. Steps need to be taken to better train and supervise RTO's selected by their agencies to serve in the program, in addition to updating the RecruitTraining Officer Manual and developing periodic RTO training during the academy sessions.

Describe any externalopportunities or challenges.:

One of the greatest opportunities externally is the strong job market for law enforcement officers statewide. Statistical data from the CA Employment DevelopmentDepartment shows total annual statewide openings for law enforcement workers as 4,170 due to growth and separation. Locally, the forecast for Kings and TulareCounties alone is 177 positions annually (CA EDD Profile). The current police academy classes are being recruited almost weekly by agencies from around thestate with many of the students in active backgrounds for agencies.

An external challenge for the program are POST-mandated changes in curriculum in the police academy without an increase in mandated hours. For instance, thestate has imposed additional training requirements for peace officers in the area of First Aid/CPR. Unfortunately, the time required for the training did not increase,thus the program is asked to determine what the reasonable amount of time is to teach the block. It is difficult to justify additional hours of training when themandated hours remain the same.

Overall Outcome Achievement: The overall outcomes for the Police Science Division have been good. With minor exception, students are meeting and exceeding the goals set for individualstudent learning outcomes both in academic and manipulative skills areas. Based on pass rates for both the final end of module test (Module I) and completion ofscenario testing, academy students are well prepared for the next phase of training - Field Training with a department.

In June of 2015, a survey was sent to the local police departments and sheriff's departments in Kings and Tulare Counties requesting information on cadetperformance in Field Training. While there was a small response (3 departments representing 10 cadets), the overall findings were that the cadets were "good" or"very good" in their preparedness for FTO (see attached forms). Another survey will be attempted that will hopefully have a larger sampling from local agencies.

In addition, a Final Program Evaluation was conducted for the first time in the Spring 2015 police academy. In this evaluation, along with a variety of specificinformation requests, students were asked to rank (5-highest / 1-lowest) the statement "The program provided me with a solid base of training." Of the 50respondents, 45 students ranked the question with a rating of "5" and 5 students ranked the question with a rating of "4".

Changes based on outcomeachievement:

The police academy curriculum is developed and provided by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). As a result, the curriculum and alltesting material is provided by POST with little room for deviation by the presenter. However, based on student learning outcome assessments for the BasicAcademy Modules, there were two areas of instruction that needed further review.

- In Module II, Property Crimes is tested through a POST written test. Over the course of four academy classes reviewed, there was a wide variation in passrates with two semesters falling under the outcome goal of 90%. The same instructor has taught the course in all four semesters, but it is unknown what may havecaused the fluctuation. A review will be done with the instructor to determine if there have been any changes in how the material is being presented to the students.

- In Module 3, Intro to Criminal Law is tested through a POST written test as well. In this case, the outcome goal is set at 81% of students will pass the test,which is considerably lower than any other area. The outcome goal has been increased to 90% to be consistent with other similar learning outcomes.

Outcome cycle evaluation: the Police Science Division utilizes the three-year assessment cycle to review all student learning outcomes and program outcomes. Currently, there are not anyoverdue assessments and assessments will continue on a semester basis. The division has one adjunct instructor (PS313) who offers significant input into theprocess for her course.

Action: Extended Police Academy Program

Reinstate the Extended Police Academy Modules effective Fall of 2015.

Implementation Timeline: 2015 - 2016

Start Date: 08/07/2015Completion Date: 07/10/2016

Status: Completed

Identify relatedcourse/program outcomes:

District Objective #2

The option for an extended Academy Course will allow students to have part or full-time employment, which will impact their ability to maintain financial stability,which will improve their level of success.

Person(s) Responsible (Nameand Position):

Kevin Mizner, Program Director

Rationale (With supportingdata):

In 1998, COS implemented an Extended Police Academy Program to meet the needs of students who were unable to attend the intensive format academy during theweek. The Extended Program continued annually through 2011, when it was put into abeyance due to budget. In its last offering in 2011, the course generated 80

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FTE with 48 students completing the course. Since the cancelling of the course, there has been consistent inquiries from students interested in the program. Inaddition, two extended Reserve Modular courses (Modules III/II) in Fresno and Porterville graduate in May of each year. A significant number of those studentswould continue in our Module I in an Extended format but cannot meet the schedule of the Intensive format. In addition, the Academy Law Enforcement AdvisoryBoard continues to request that the program be reinstated at first opportunity due to the quality of candidate that the program typically produced.

Priority: HighSafety Issue: No

External Mandate: NoMandate Explanation: N/A

Add Resource Request for Action

Resource Description Why is this resource required for thisaction? Notes (optional) Active

Academy Coordinator - 24 hours weekly (11 months)Clerical Assistant - 20 hours weekly (11 month)

The Extended Academy will generateapproximately 60-70 FTE based on previousexperience. Approval of the course willrequire classified support staff to meetPOST requirements. The Coordinator isrequired to oversee the class which willmeet 24 hours weekly. The ClericalAssistant will provide needed clericalsupport for the Administrative Assistantassigned to the Division.

This is the staffing assigned to the ExtendedPolice Academy that operated from 1996-2011. All support infrastructure (desks,computers, phones) currently in place.

Yes

Resource Type:Classified- New/Replacement

Link Actions to District Objectives

District Objectives: 2013-2015* 2013-2015: District Objective #1 - District Objective #1 for 2013-2015: Provide effective academic support services as measured by an increase in the rate at which students successfully

complete courses.

Action: Academy Start Dates - Financial Aid

Initiate discussions and planning toward adjusting Academy start dates to better facilitate financial aid to students.

Implementation Timeline: 2014 - 2015

Start Date: 11/03/2014Completion Date: 08/03/2015

Status: Discontinued

Identify relatedcourse/program outcomes:

This action best relates to overall student success. (Provide effective academic support services as measured by an increase in the rate at which studentssuccessfully complete courses.) Students will be more successful if financial plans can be better supported for an intensive program.

Person(s) Responsible (Nameand Position):

Kevin Mizner

Rationale (With supportingdata):

Students in the Intensive Academy complete 29.5 units of credit over a period of 24 weeks. The course begins in one semester and finishes in the next, however,due to the financial aid schedule, students are eligible for only one semester of financial aid. If the academy start dates changed to later in the semester, a largercomponent can be placed in the next semester which can result in additional financial assistance. Students who have the opportunity to have two semesters offinancial aid should have the ability to be more focused on their studies.

The challenge will be a potential overlap of several weeks which will require additional coordinator hours and classroom space to manage.Priority: High

Safety Issue: NoExternal Mandate: No

Mandate Explanation: N/A

Link Actions to District Objectives

District Objectives: 2013-2015

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* 2013-2015: District Objective #1 - District Objective #1 for 2013-2015: Provide effective academic support services as measured by an increase in the rate at which students successfullycomplete courses.

Action: Implement Extended Academy in 2016

Implement the Extend Police Academy format which is scheduled to begin on January 3, 2016. The course will require recruitment, selection and training of two new staff members, finalization ofscheduling and POST approval of all modules, and the recruitment and assigning of instructional staff.

Implementation Timeline: 2015 - 2016

Start Date: 10/12/2015Completion Date: 11/01/2016

Status: New Action

Identify relatedcourse/program outcomes:

The primary goal of the Extended Academy format is to meet District Objective 1.1 - Increase overall enrollment by 1.75% annually.

Person(s) Responsible (Nameand Position):

Kevin Mizner, Director

Rationale (With supportingdata):

The Extended format has been approved and funded for FY 2015/16 and into FY 2016/17. A significant amount of work will be required to properly implement andoversee the first successful offering of the class.

Priority: HighSafety Issue: No

External Mandate: YesMandate Explanation: Each police academy format requires approval by CA Commission on POST.

Action: Develop Procedures Manual for the Police Science Division

Due to the amount of specific processes and procedures related to the operation of POST training, it is necessary to develop a formal Procedure manual outlining specific actions required on a day-to-daybasis.

Implementation Timeline: 2015 - 2016

Start Date: 10/12/2015Completion Date: 03/01/2016

Status: New Action

Identify relatedcourse/program outcomes:

This action item will support district objective 4.2 - Improve efficiency, effectiveness and communication of human, physical, technological, and financial resourcesto advance the District Mission.

Person(s) Responsible (Nameand Position):

Kevin Mizner, Director

Rationale (With supportingdata):

The Police Science Division has a small full-time staff with limited redundant systems available for staff replacement. If a staff member is out for any period oftime, there is limited back-up data to allow another person less familiar with the work process to meet the needs of the program.

Priority: HighSafety Issue: No

External Mandate: NoMandate Explanation: N/A

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Unit Assessment Report - Four ColumnCollege of the Sequoias

Program Review - Police SciencePrepared by: Kevin Mizner

What are the strengths of yourarea?:

The Police Science Division has a number of strengths to focus on for 2014/15. Overall, in 2014/15 the program has produced 97police officer candidates (police academy), 118 limited peace officer candidates (PC 832), 34 correctional officers (Adult CoreAcademy), and over 400 advanced officers have received training in advanced law enforcement courses in cooperation with theTraining Resource Center (TRC). The advanced officer training totaled $146,174 in total revenue for TRC.

1. The Police Science Division continues to have solid completion rates in the for credit area of instruction. In 2014/15, theDivision offered both the PC 832 Laws of Arrest and Firearms courses. The Laws of Arrest courses experienced an overallcompletion rate 96% and the Firearms courses had a completion rate of 99%.

In addition, the Police Academy modules remain fairly steady as compared to previous sessions. In 2014/15, the first module(Module III) had an overall completion rate of 84% (79% in 2013/14). Of those who failed to complete the first module (ModuleIII), only one student failed due to testing. The additional students dropped the program for a variety of issues including financialconcerns and for personal reasons. The second module (Module II) had an overall completion rate of 91% (89% in 2013/14) and thethird module (Module I) had an overall completion rate of 89% (86% in 2013/14). In comparison, the statewide average forcompletion rates for Police Academies (2014/15 Perkins IV Core Indicator Report) is 78.95% (refer attached report).

2. In 2015, the CA Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) completed the Basic Course CertificationReview (BCCR) process for the Police Academy. The comprehensive review covers a multitude of areas defined by POST regulationand requires a passing score to maintain accreditation for the program. The Police Academy passed the review with only three minorrecommendations to be implemented (final report pending).

3. The Police Science Division has initiated a digital project for records storage. The police academy and advanced officertraining courses require significant documentation that must be retained for long periods of time. The records have been maintainedin storage boxes and stored on site. Due to a necessary reduction in storage space, the college approved the purchase of two highspeed scanners, development of a file system in BDMS (Banner) and budgeted clerical time to allow for the conversion of records.Once completed, records storage space will be reduced significantly, and the digital files will be accessible from any workstationwith BDMS access and approved password.

4. In 2015, the District approved the return of the Extended Police Academy format beginning in 2016. For approximately 15years, the Extended format was offered as an alternative program to the Intensive format. In 2011, the Extended format was put intoabeyance due to budget issues. After extensive review, it was determined that the Extended format will allow many potential lawenforcement candidates to attend an academy while working full-time during the week. In addition, the format should offer 60+FTES annually to assist the Hanford Center reach the goal of 1,000 FTES while using classroom space on the weekends.

5. In Spring 2016, the Academy Orientation Course (PS310) will be in the course catalog and available for scheduling. This courseis a 40-hour (2 units) offering designed to prepare students for the rigors of the police academy. The curriculum will include reportwriting, physical training orientation, drill and deportment, sample testing and introduction to the polices and procedures of theAcademy.

What improvements areneeded?:

There are a number of improvements that have been identified and are currently in process of review.

1.The Police Science Division has a limited number of full-time staff supported by limited part-time staff. There is limited back-upfor key positions within the Division and employee absences can create significant issues for the day-to-day operation of theprogram. Two key areas of concern are the Academy Coordinator and Administrative Assistant positions. A recent serious medicalissue removed the Academy Coordinator from his position and while a substitute was assigned, there is little written procedureavailable for the substitute to follow. It requires a significant investment of time by the Program Director to help make certain allrequired tasks are followed.

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2.As part of the Academy operation, Recruit Training Officers (RTO’s) are donated by local law enforcement agencies to providedirect supervision of the academy class (required pursuant to POST regulations). While of great benefit to the District in costsavings, the current model lacks consistency and proper information sharing between RTO’s who never see the other RTO’s. In afinal Program Evaluation conducted with the academy class in Spring of 2015, there were a number of comments specificallyaddressing the lack of consistency in RTO activity. Some students found the inconsistency to be of benefit while others found itfrustrating and problematic. Steps need to be taken to better train and supervise RTO's selected by their agencies to serve in theprogram, in addition to updating the Recruit Training Officer Manual and developing periodic RTO training during the academysessions.

Describe any externalopportunities or challenges.:

One of the greatest opportunities externally is the strong job market for law enforcement officers statewide. Statistical data from theCA Employment Development Department shows total annual statewide openings for law enforcement workers as 4,170 due togrowth and separation. Locally, the forecast for Kings and Tulare Counties alone is 177 positions annually (CA EDD Profile). Thecurrent police academy classes are being recruited almost weekly by agencies from around the state with many of the students inactive backgrounds for agencies.

An external challenge for the program are POST-mandated changes in curriculum in the police academy without an increase inmandated hours. For instance, the state has imposed additional training requirements for peace officers in the area of First Aid/CPR.Unfortunately, the time required for the training did not increase, thus the program is asked to determine what the reasonable amountof time is to teach the block. It is difficult to justify additional hours of training when the mandated hours remain the same.

Overall Outcome Achievement: The overall outcomes for the Police Science Division have been good. With minor exception, students are meeting and exceedingthe goals set for individual student learning outcomes both in academic and manipulative skills areas. Based on pass rates for boththe final end of module test (Module I) and completion of scenario testing, academy students are well prepared for the next phase oftraining - Field Training with a department.

In June of 2015, a survey was sent to the local police departments and sheriff's departments in Kings and Tulare Counties requestinginformation on cadet performance in Field Training. While there was a small response (3 departments representing 10 cadets), theoverall findings were that the cadets were "good" or "very good" in their preparedness for FTO (see attached forms). Anothersurvey will be attempted that will hopefully have a larger sampling from local agencies.

In addition, a Final Program Evaluation was conducted for the first time in the Spring 2015 police academy. In this evaluation, alongwith a variety of specific information requests, students were asked to rank (5-highest / 1-lowest) the statement "The programprovided me with a solid base of training." Of the 50 respondents, 45 students ranked the question with a rating of "5" and 5 studentsranked the question with a rating of "4".

Changes based on outcomeachievement:

The police academy curriculum is developed and provided by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). Asa result, the curriculum and all testing material is provided by POST with little room for deviation by the presenter. However, basedon student learning outcome assessments for the Basic Academy Modules, there were two areas of instruction that needed furtherreview.

- In Module II, Property Crimes is tested through a POST written test. Over the course of four academy classes reviewed, therewas a wide variation in pass rates with two semesters falling under the outcome goal of 90%. The same instructor has taught thecourse in all four semesters, but it is unknown what may have caused the fluctuation. A review will be done with the instructor todetermine if there have been any changes in how the material is being presented to the students.

- In Module 3, Intro to Criminal Law is tested through a POST written test as well. In this case, the outcome goal is set at 81%of students will pass the test, which is considerably lower than any other area. The outcome goal has been increased to 90% to beconsistent with other similar learning outcomes.

Outcome cycle evaluation: the Police Science Division utilizes the three-year assessment cycle to review all student learning outcomes and program outcomes.Currently, there are not any overdue assessments and assessments will continue on a semester basis. The division has one adjunctinstructor (PS313) who offers significant input into the process for her course.

Actions Add Resource Request for Action & Why isthis resource required for this action? / Tasks Updates Update on Resource Allocation Effectiveness

& Additional Comment

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Actions Add Resource Request for Action & Why isthis resource required for this action? / Tasks Updates Update on Resource Allocation Effectiveness

& Additional CommentProgram Review - Police Science - ExtendedPolice Academy Program - Reinstate theExtended Police Academy Modules effectiveFall of 2015.Implementation Timeline:2015 - 2016

Start Date:08/07/2015Completion Date:07/10/2016Status:CompletedIdentify related course/program outcomes:District Objective #2

The option for an extended Academy Coursewill allow students to have part or full-timeemployment, which will impact their ability tomaintain financial stability, which will improvetheir level of success.

Person(s) Responsible (Name and Position):Kevin Mizner, Program DirectorRationale (With supporting data):In 1998, COS implemented an Extended PoliceAcademy Program to meet the needs of studentswho were unable to attend the intensive formatacademy during the week. The ExtendedProgram continued annually through 2011, whenit was put into abeyance due to budget. In itslast offering in 2011, the course generated 80FTE with 48 students completing the course.Since the cancelling of the course, there has beenconsistent inquiries from students interested inthe program. In addition, two extended ReserveModular courses (Modules III/II) in Fresno andPorterville graduate in May of each year. Asignificant number of those students wouldcontinue in our Module I in an Extended formatbut cannot meet the schedule of the Intensiveformat. In addition, the Academy LawEnforcement Advisory Board continues torequest that the program be reinstated at firstopportunity due to the quality of candidate thatthe program typically produced.Priority:HighSafety Issue:NoExternal Mandate:No

Resource Description:Academy Coordinator - 24 hours weekly (11months)Clerical Assistant - 20 hours weekly (11 month)Resource Type:Classified- New/ReplacementWhy is this resource required for this action?:The Extended Academy will generateapproximately 60-70 FTE based on previousexperience. Approval of the course will requireclassified support staff to meet POSTrequirements. The Coordinator is required tooversee the class which will meet 24 hoursweekly. The Clerical Assistant will provideneeded clerical support for the AdministrativeAssistant assigned to the Division.Cost Estimate:44000

10/06/2015 - In Spring of 2015, based on the Centerstatus approval and the District's goal to reach 1,000FTES at the Hanford Educational Center, the DistrictAdministration approved the reinstatement of theExtended Police Academy format. The approvalincluded one 1/2 time Academy Coordinator(management) and one 1/2 time clerical assistant(classified) and additional instructor hours for the para-professional trainers. The program is scheduled tobegin on January 3, 2016 with 60 seats. Recruitmentfor the program began in early August with significantinterest in the program.Completed:YesUpdate Year:2015 - 2016Impact on District Objectives/Unit Outcomes:This action will impact District Objective 1.1 -Increase overall enrollment by 1.75% annually.The approval of the program will increase thenumber of students in the Academy program by1/3, typically with students who have beenunable to meet the demands of the IntensiveProgram (M-F).

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Actions Add Resource Request for Action & Why isthis resource required for this action? / Tasks Updates Update on Resource Allocation Effectiveness

& Additional Comment

Mandate Explanation:N/A

Program Review - Police Science - AcademyStart Dates - Financial Aid - Initiate discussionsand planning toward adjusting Academy startdates to better facilitate financial aid to students.Implementation Timeline:2014 - 2015

Start Date:11/03/2014Completion Date:08/03/2015Status:DiscontinuedIdentify related course/program outcomes:This action best relates to overall studentsuccess. (Provide effective academic supportservices as measured by an increase in the rate atwhich students successfully complete courses.)Students will be more successful if financialplans can be better supported for an intensiveprogram.Person(s) Responsible (Name and Position):Kevin MiznerRationale (With supporting data):Students in the Intensive Academy complete29.5 units of credit over a period of 24 weeks.The course begins in one semester and finishesin the next, however, due to the financial aidschedule, students are eligible for only onesemester of financial aid. If the academy startdates changed to later in the semester, a largercomponent can be placed in the next semesterwhich can result in additional financialassistance. Students who have the opportunityto have two semesters of financial aid shouldhave the ability to be more focused on theirstudies.

The challenge will be a potential overlap ofseveral weeks which will require additionalcoordinator hours and classroom space tomanage.Priority:HighSafety Issue:NoExternal Mandate:NoMandate Explanation:

10/06/2015 - In 2014, there were discussions held withthe college Financial Aid Office to see how to increasethe available financial aid for academy students in theIntensive Academy. Once possible change was to thestart dates of the program which would allow theprogram to extend into a second semester.Unfortunately, the challenge of such a change would bean overlap of classes for a several week period,requiring additional staff and classroom space.

After further review, the office was able to effectivelyincrease the percentage of financial aid from 50% to66% for academy students. While not paying for twofull semesters, it is an additional benefit. This changehelps to mitigate the concern and not require significantchanges to the program.Completed:Action DiscontinuedUpdate Year:2015 - 2016Impact on District Objectives/Unit Outcomes:Increased financial support for Academystudents would impact the number of studentswho are unable to attend or drop as a result offinancial difficulties (District Objective 2:4 -CTE completion rates).

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Actions Add Resource Request for Action & Why isthis resource required for this action? / Tasks Updates Update on Resource Allocation Effectiveness

& Additional Comment

N/A

Program Review - Police Science - ImplementExtended Academy in 2016 - Implement theExtend Police Academy format which isscheduled to begin on January 3, 2016. Thecourse will require recruitment, selection andtraining of two new staff members, finalizationof scheduling and POST approval of allmodules, and the recruitment and assigning ofinstructional staff.Implementation Timeline:2015 - 2016

Start Date:10/12/2015Completion Date:11/01/2016Status:New ActionIdentify related course/program outcomes:The primary goal of the Extended Academyformat is to meet District Objective 1.1 -Increase overall enrollment by 1.75% annually.Person(s) Responsible (Name and Position):Kevin Mizner, DirectorRationale (With supporting data):The Extended format has been approved andfunded for FY 2015/16 and into FY 2016/17. Asignificant amount of work will be required toproperly implement and oversee the firstsuccessful offering of the class.Priority:HighSafety Issue:NoExternal Mandate:YesMandate Explanation:Each police academy format requires approvalby CA Commission on POST.

Program Review - Police Science - DevelopProcedures Manual for the Police ScienceDivision - Due to the amount of specificprocesses and procedures related to theoperation of POST training, it is necessary todevelop a formal Procedure manual outliningspecific actions required on a day-to-day basis.Implementation Timeline:2015 - 2016

Start Date:10/12/2015

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Completion Date:03/01/2016Status:New ActionIdentify related course/program outcomes:This action item will support district objective4.2 - Improve efficiency, effectiveness andcommunication of human, physical,technological, and financial resources to advancethe District Mission.Person(s) Responsible (Name and Position):Kevin Mizner, DirectorRationale (With supporting data):The Police Science Division has a small full-time staff with limited redundant systemsavailable for staff replacement. If a staffmember is out for any period of time, there islimited back-up data to allow another person lessfamiliar with the work process to meet the needsof the program.Priority:HighSafety Issue:NoExternal Mandate:NoMandate Explanation:N/A

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