Police Science | Metropolitan State University

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

SpeakingCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionManagement of Personnel ResourcesMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessActive ListeningCoordination

Knowledge

Public Safety and SecurityLaw and GovernmentCustomer and Personal ServiceAdministration and ManagementEnglish Language

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionProblem SensitivityWritten ExpressionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningInformation OrderingSpeech RecognitionSpeech Clarity

Tasks

Supervise and coordinate the investigation of criminal cases, offering guidance and expertise to inv
Prepare work schedules and assign duties to subordinates.
Direct collection, preparation, and handling of evidence and personal property of prisoners.
Read and review subordinates' reports to ensure legal standards are met and there are no mistakes.

Technology

Graphics or photo imaging softwareHelpdesk or call center softwareOffice suite softwareMap creation softwareElectronic mail software

Tools

35 millimeter camerasAudio recording equipmentAutomated external defibrillators AEDBase station radiosBiohazard suitsBody armorBreathalyzersBulletproof vestsCrime scene tape measuresDesktop computersDigital camerasDigital video camerasDistance measuring wheelsDrug testing kitsExplosive detectors

Work Values

IndependenceRecognitionWorking ConditionsRelationshipsAchievementSupport

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium33-1012.00	First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives	title_inference	—	—	—

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: proficient (Level 3)(based on Bachelor's Degree)

Complex criminal investigations — supervise and guide detective teams autonomously, ensuring full procedural and legal compliance throughout case lifecycle.
Workforce scheduling — design optimized shift rotations for an entire patrol division, anticipating coverage gaps and overtime constraints.
Personnel misconduct investigations — conduct thorough internal inquiries, interview involved parties, and recommend disciplinary or corrective action.
Evidence integrity — establish and enforce evidence handling and chain-of-custody standards across multiple units and crime scene types.
Legislative and policy integration — translate new or amended laws into actionable operational directives communicated to all subordinate staff.
Staff development programs — design and deliver training curricula on advanced police techniques, legal updates, and use-of-force protocols.
Operational performance monitoring — analyze patrol metrics, response times, and case clearance rates using database and spreadsheet tools to identify systemic issues.
Community and interagency communication — represent the unit in briefings with prosecutors, social service agencies, and community stakeholders.
Non-routine incident command — exercise independent judgment to deploy personnel and resources during critical or high-complexity public safety events.
Written policy documentation — author and revise standard operating procedures, ensuring clarity, legal soundness, and alignment with departmental goals.

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

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Scholarships

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