Grant Background Information
The Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) has developed the Innovations Grant Program (IGP). The IGP is designed to grant funds on a competitive basis to qualified public and private entities for the purposes of fostering innovations in training and procedures for law enforcement officers, with the goal of reducing the number of officer-involved shootings statewide.
Training and workshops must address issues in one of the five (5) program areas listed below.
- Implicit Bias
- Use of Force and De-escalation
- Cultural Diversity and Awareness
- Community Policing
- Wellness Programs for Law Enforcement Officers
(From State of California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training)
Administration of Justice 42 Leadership and Integrity Course
The Chabot College Administration of Justice Department was awarded the P.O.S.T. IGP grant based on the ability to demonstrate the need for Cultural Diversity and Awareness, and Use of Force and De-escalation. A current Administration of Justice Department course, ADMJ 42 Leadership and Integrity, is taught to sworn law enforcement as the training for this grant. This P.O.S.T. certified course will address current issues faced by law enforcement and provide tools that will assist in the continual goal of being successful in this profession. Topics included in the course will be centered on self-awareness, interpersonal communication, team dynamics, organizational culture, emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and addresses de-escalation skills.
This course will examine the impact of leadership, effective communication and organizational integrity in establishing trust in the administration of justice system. Beginning with initial contact with citizens to adjudication and punishment, this course will analyze the challenges of the complex procedures and processes that impact the legal system and the lives of people. The course will emphasize the importance of ethical behavior and ethical leadership by individuals and organizations as a philosophy. Transfer: CSU
Benefits of taking the Course
- Satisfies CPT Certified Hours
- Earn 3 units of college credit
- Tuition and books paid for by P.O.S.T.
- Satisfies Incentive Pay (Dependent on agency MOU)
Charles Johnson, Course Instructor
Please refer to the Faculty tab above for information regarding Professor Johnson's background and qualifications.