HCC offers an associate's degree in criminal justice with several concentrations including law enforcement. Classes are offered in person or online, day, evening, and weekends. The police academy faculty teach academic classes online. Bruce Johnson teaches academic classes in person at the Northline Campus.
Distance Education Faculty for Criminal Justice
(Spring 2012)
Introduction to Criminal Justice - Clint Galloway
Court Systems & Practice - Johnny Sexton
Fundamentals of Criminal Law - Chris Carmean
Crime in America - Johnny Sessums
Police Systems & Practice - Clint Galloway, John Brook
Legal Aspects of Law Enforcement - Chris Carmean
Criminal Investigation - John Brook
Correctional Systems & Practice - Clint Galloway
Community Supervision - Johnny Sexton
Juvenile Justice - Johnny Sessums
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours may a police officer earn for the Basic Peace Officer Course? 14 credit hours. You must complete 12 hours at HCC, complete your degree at HCC, and apply for graduation from HCC before the credit is applied to your transcript.
How many hours may I earn by departmental examination? Hours may no longer be earned by department exam. During Fall 2011, police officers became eligible for a tuition waiver for criminal justice courses.
How do I get a legislative waiver? You will need an HCC peace officer exemption form and a letter from your chief on their department letterhead. Bring the completed waiver form and letter to Chris Carmean.
For more information, please contact Chris Carmean 713/718-8377.
