Law Enforcement in the USA

This course teaches students about the difference between all the law enforcement agencies in the USA.  There are more than 18,000 local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies that employ more than 420,000 officers. There is an average of 2.2 law enforcement officers for every 1,000 individuals living in the United States, and the size of police departments varies largely by location and population. Students will learn about various police structures within a law enforcement department. Law Enforcement is an excellent career to pursue, there are lots of opportunities in law enforcement. The rise of law enforcement agencies has also created a demand for formal police training and increased professionalism among members of the law enforcement community. Every year over 660 law enforcement academies provide basic, entry-level training for future law enforcement officers. Many institutions of higher education also provide programs for law enforcement careers.