Utah Valley University is a sanctioned provider of the Utah Law Enforcement Academy, the basic training program for certification of law enforcement officers. The academy is divided into two modules. The first, or core, provides training required for certification of special function officers and is foundational for law enforcement and correctional officers. The second module is required for certification as a reserve or law enforcement officer.

Total Program Credits: 18

Matriculation Requirements:
By permission only class. Individual must complete the State POST application. Individual must attend an application meeting/interview to have their application accepted by the director of the academy. Individual must pass the State POST Entrance Exam (NPOST). The NPOST exam is a required as part of the application.
Discipline Core Requirements:			18 Credits
	CJ 1800	POST Module I	7
	CJ 1810	POST Module II	11

Graduation Requirements:

1. Individual must pass State POST written certification test at 80% or above to become State POST certified.
2. Individual must pass State POST physical certification test at the determined State requirements.
3. Completion of a minimum of 18 credits.
4. Overall grade point average of 3.0 or above.
5. Residency hours -- Minimum of 5 credits required through course attendance at UVU.