Distance Education
University of Wisconsin-Platteville

Criminal Justice

First-Line Supervisory Training for CJ Professionals


Introduction

The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ), Traning and Standards Bureau, and the University of Wisconsin-Platteville (UWP) have forged a partnership to offer online educational opportunities to criminal justice professionals for career development.. Through the start-up funding provided by the DOJ for the development of this first-line supervisory training course, CJ professionals will be able to conveniently learn and communicate with each other throughout the state of Wisconsin. Due to the generosity of the DOJ, we will also be able to offer this training opportunity to CJ professionals throughout the nation.

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Course Description

DOJ 3001 First-Line Supervisory Training for Criminal Justice Professionals (non-credit)
This non-credit certificate focuses on the role and function of the first-line supervisor in criminal justice agencies. Participants will examine the importance of leadership styles; supervisory skills; functions and practices; communication skills; and motivation and team building in the development of line personnel.

Once completed, the student will earn the First-Line Supervisory Training for CJ Professionals Certificate (totaling 80 hrs), which is offered in partnership with University of Wisconsin-Platteville and the Wisconsin Department of Justice. The management training advisory committee to the Bureau approved the organization of the course.

The course is delivered through a series of interactive online sessions and web-based assignments.


To earn the certificate of completion, the student must complete the following requirements for the course:
  1. Read assigned readings and lectures posted
  2. Post answers to focus questions (entails application of readings and lectures to professional work situations)
  3. Post responses to group discussions (interactive online activities)
  4. Complete self-assessment assignments (e.g., self-tests)
  5. Complete one written capstone project at the completion of the course.
It is estimated that students will be spending 20 hours per month working on this course.

Instructors:
Instructors have advanced degrees and training in the area of criminal justice, and have extensive experience in law enforcement management and supervision.


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Textbook Information

Managing of Police Organizations, 7th edition

ISBN-10: 0131590863
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Format: Cloth; 336 pp
Published: 01/30/2008

Students are responsible for obtaining the textbook listed above. The textbook is available at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Bookstore.

Please Contact: Shari or Pam (608.342.1486)

However students may purchase the textbook at the vendor of their choice. Be sure to obtain the correct edition.

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Technical Requirements

Hardware and software requirements:


Operating System An Internet connection via Internet Service Provider A web browser Browser Plug-ins Office Suites Multimedia An email account

NOTE: Based on the resources used in a class, instructors may require additional software or hardware. Students should check directly with their instructor for course-specific requirements.

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Course Delivery

This course is delivered completely online. To see what an online course is like, you can explore our sample online course.
  1. Point your browser to https://uwplatt.courses.wisconsin.edu/

  2. Login using the provided username and password:
      Username = dlc.user
      Password = dlc.user
  3. Choose Online Education 101 from the My Courses area
This sample course is set up to give you a basic idea of what you might find in an online course. You can freely click through the various course areas and read the commentaries, assignments, discussions, and so on.

To view a short online tutorial on the course software point your browser to http://128.104.226.55/support/assign_d/D2L_demo.htm

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Tuition and Payment Methods

Payment Options
This course is supported by the Wisconsin Department of Justice through its Training and Standards Bureau's Career Development Program for Law Enforcement and Jail Officers. Tuition is completely funded by the DOJ to its online training partner, the University of Wisconsin at Platteville, to enable officers to improve their career performance and satisfaction.

Law enforcement personnel not funded by the Wisconsin DOJ, out-of-state law enforcement personnel, and individuals interested in this class may pay tuition by check (made payable to UWP), purchase order, or credit card.

Tuition/fees:  $425.00 per class

Refund Information
Refunds for students dropping the class will be at 100 percent (minus a $50 processing fee) through the first week of class. A 50 percent refund is available during weeks two and three of class. No refund after third week of class. If the student is being funded for the course via the Wisconsin Dept. of Justice, the DOJ will be contacted prior to the student being dropped from the course. To drop a course please contact Joyce Williams at williamsjo@uwplatt.edu. 

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Course Availability and Registration Information

Registration:

Typically, this course runs for seven months. If you are interested in this course, please call Joyce at the Distance Learning Center (800-362-5460) to add your name for the next available session.


It is estimated that students will be spending 10 hours per month working on this course.

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Contact Information

For general information:
Joyce Williams
608.342.1468 or 800.362.5460
williamsjo@uwplatt.edu
For questions associated with registration and payment:

Sue Averkamp
Office of Continuing Education
608.342.1314 or 888.281.9472
cullens@uwplatt.edu

For questions associated with available scholarships from Wisconsin Department of Justice:

Sharon K. Miemietz
Career Development Consultant 
Division of Law Enforcement Services
Wisconsin Department of Justice
Phone: 608.266.7380
E-mail: miemietzsk@doj.state.wi.us 

Instructor contact information:

Jerry Schuetz
E-mail: jschuetzx2@yahoo.com
Phone: 920.596.3390

For questions associated with technical problems:  
Chuck Christison
608.342.1468 or 800.362.5460
chrischa@uwplatt.edu

 

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