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Aims Community College Criminal Justice Department

1130 Southgate Drive, Windsor, CO 80550

Basic Peace Officer Academy Application Packet

Fall 2020


Aims Community College will be offering two Basic Peace Officer Academies fall 2020. The application process for both academies will begin March 16, 2020 with the initial application process closing July 31, 2020. Each academy will be limited to 20 students and applicants must be a minimum of 21 years of age by the start date of the academy. Applicants sponsored by a law enforcement agency will be given priority consideration. The general schedules for the two academies are listed below:

SCHEDULES Part-time (yearlong) Academy (Starts fall semester 2020 and concludes spring semester 2020)

• The part-time academy is run over two semesters with class dates being held on avaried schedule of Monday-Thursday evenings from 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm and mostSaturdays from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. Schedules and days off may be adjusted throughoutthe semester to accommodate bad weather days, facility availability, and otherunforeseen factors.

• Start date – Week of August 24, 2020• End date – May 4, 2021

Full-time (one semester) Academy (Fall semester 2020) • The fulltime academy is run over one semester with class dates being held

predominately on a Monday-Friday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm schedule. Some weekend andevening hours will be required to accommodate the availability of the training groundsand schedules and days off may be adjusted throughout the semester to accommodatebad weather days and other unforeseen factors.

• Start date – Week of August 24, 2020• End date – December 11, 2020

The academic courses for both academies will be held predominately at the Aims Community College, Windsor Campus at 1130 Southgate Dr., Windsor. The skill training (Arrest Control, Firearms, & Driving) for both academies will all be conducted at the Adams County Flatrock Regional Training Facility at 23600 E 128th Ave, in Commerce City. Final schedules are subject to the approval of the Colorado POST Board.


FINANCIAL AID/SCHOLARSHIPS Refer to the Financial Aid webpage for information on financial aid, scholarship or veteran benefit opportunities. Please plan several months in advance. The following programs are financial aid eligible:

• Part-time (2 semester) Police Academy Certificate• Police Studies AAS Degree• The Full-time (1 semester) Police Academy does not qualify for financial aid, but may

qualify for a scholarship or veteran benefits. Please contact the one of the VeteransAffairs School Certifying Officials for information.

Office of Financial Aid College Center, Greeley Campus 5401 W. 20th Street Greeley, CO 80634

Email: [email protected] Office: (970) 339-6548 Fax: (970) 506-6962

ACADEMY REQUIREMENTS AND EXPECTATIONS • Attendance is 100% mandatory with certain exceptions for unforeseen and

uncontrollable events for which students may be able to make up the hours. Any costsassociated with makeup hours for the skill training at the Flatrock Training Center will beat the expense of the student.

• The academy is run in a paramilitary format.• Uniforms and equipment are required at the expense of the student or sponsoring

agency.• In order to be accepted into the academy, students must be 21 years of age by the start

of the academy.• Students must demonstrate that they meet college placement reading and writing.

Proficiency can be demonstrated by one of the following methods:o High school transcripts no more than 10 years old. High school transcripts can be

sent to [email protected] to be evaluated for college ready requirements.o ACT/SAT scores or an Accuplacer score completed within the last 3 yearso Completion of a college level English classo Completion of an AAS or AA degree or higher

• Students must be physically, mentally, and emotionally fit and be able to perform thephysical requirements for the skill classes for Arrest Control, Firearms, and Drivingdemonstrated by passing a physical ability test and addressing how you have preparedfor the academy in a required essay.

• Students will not be accepted into the academy if they have any of the disqualifyingfactors as established by the Colorado P.O.S.T. Board.

• Students must be CPR and First Aid certified and the certification must remain currentthrough the date established for the Colorado P.O.S.T. written exam.

• Students must show proof of having health insurance.

https://www.aims.edu/student/finaid/index.php

https://www.aims.edu/student/finaid/veterans/index.php



mailto:[email protected]



TUITION, FEES, AND OTHER ASSOCIATED COSTS Approximate Costs *In-District classification for tuition purposes is for students who have been Colorado residents for a minimum ofone year and who live in the Aims tax district.**Out-of-District classification for tuition purposes is for students who have been Colorado residents for aminimum of one year and who live outside the Aims tax district.***WUE – Western Undergraduate Exchange – Individuals living in certain western states may qualify for WUEtuition rates. Contact the registrar’s office for details (970-339-6404).****Out-of-State classification for tuition purposes is for students who have not been Colorado residents for aminimum of one year.

2020-2021 Academic Year

Item In-District Cost*

Out-of- District Cost**

WUE*** Out-of- State Cost****

Fall Semester Tuition + Fees LEA 101 (6 credits) LEA 103 (2 credits) LEA 104 (1 credit) LEA 118 (3 credits) LEA 240 (3 credits) LEA 246 (3 credits) PED 100 (1 credit)

Total = 19 credits

$1,500 $2,200 $3,160 $8,210

Spring Semester Tuition + Fees LEA 106 (3 credits) LEA 107 (3 credits) LEA 108 (3 credits) LEA 126 (3 credits) LEA 247 (2 credits) PED 101 (1 credit)

Total = 15 credits

$1,140 $1,700 $2,509 $6,508

Lab Fees LEA 103 = $175 LEA 106 = $625 LEA 107 = $625 LEA 108 = $625 LEA 246 = $100

$2,150 $2,150 $2,150 $2,150

Total Tuition & Fees $4,790 $6,050 $7,820 $16,900

Fulltime (one semester) academies will be the total amount due listed below. Uniform Costs $200 $200 $200 $200 Text Books $500 $500 $500 $500 Equipment $2,000 $2,000 $2,000 $2,000 POST Test (Paid directly to POST Board by the student)

$150 $150 $150 $150

Total Approximate Costs $7,140 $8,400 $10,170 $19,250


UNIFORM AND EQUIPMENT LIST

Item Approximate Cost Books $550.00 Blue Duty Pants – Aims Bookstore $54.00 Uniform Shirt with Academy Patch – Aims Bookstore $65.00 Black Boots or Black Dress Shoes $70.00 Workout t-shirt, sweats, shorts, athletic shoes $75.00 Gun $550.00 Ammo (1750 rounds) $400.00 Holster Level 1 ALS $120.00 Magazine Pouch $25.00 Inner Belt $25.00 Duty Belt $75.00 Four Belt Keepers $45.00 Collapsible Baton & Holder $75.00 Duty or Transitional Flashlight & Holder $85.00 Bullet Proof Vest (provided by Aims) $0.00


APPLICATION PROCESS Step 1 – *Complete the following application packet, scan and send to: [email protected]

*Application packets can be emailed or mailed, but must be received by 5:00 pm on July31, 2020. Incomplete packets will eliminate the candidate from the process.Confirmation and all department correspondence will be emailed to students'@aims.edu' email accounts created upon successfully applying to Aims CommunityCollege

Questions regarding the packet can be directed to: Forrest Andersen Director (interim), Police Academy [email protected] 970-339-6313

Complete Application Packets must include all of the following items

Police Academy Application with all questions answered (pg 10-17) Successful completion of the Application to Aims Community College

o https://www.aims.edu/prospective/how-to-get-started.php Photocopy of your high school diploma or General Education Development

(GED Certificate) Documentation that you are at college level reading/writing Official copy of college transcripts (if applicable) Photocopy of your birth certificate Photocopy of your Federal Form DD214, applicable if you served in the

military Photocopy of the front and back of your current driver’s license Photocopy of the results of your completed background investigation (CCIC) Driving Record Signed “Commitment to Excellence” form that is included at the end of this

information packet Signed “Disclaimer” form that is included at the end of this information

packet Signed “Background Investigation Student Advisory” form (pursuant to

C.R.S., 24-31-304) that is included at the end of this information packet

Signed “Student Acknowledgement” form that is included at the end of thisinformation packet

Proof of Health Insurance Copy of CPR and First Aid Card Submit receipt that fingerprints are submitted. Resume Admission Essay



https://www.aims.edu/prospective/how-to-get-started.php


Step 2 – Application packets will be reviewed for completeness and to verify that the candidate meets the minimum requirements. Students will be notified by the email address provided if they are invited to move to the next step in the process or if they have been dropped from the process. Students will be accepted into the academy based on the following selection process:

o Ability to meet the minimum physical fitness standardso Score on the admission essay

Step 3 – August 6th: Physical Fitness Standard Testing for unaffiliated students only. Affiliated students do not need to complete this step but must supply a letter on agency letterhead signed by an authorized official from your sponsoring agency stating that you meet the sponsoring agencies physical fitness requirements. In order to pass the physical fitness test candidates must meet the following minimum requirements. Students will be contacted with time(s)

Test Component Minimum Standard 1.5 Mile Run 16.27 minutes Sit Ups 19 in one minute Push Ups 15 in one minute Sit and Reach 14.3” Standing to Kneeling 20 in 2 minutes

Step 4 – The top candidates from steps 2 & 3 will be offered a spot in the academy as space allows. Candidates (affiliated and unaffiliated) starting one of the fall academies will need to meet with one of the Windsor Campus Pathway Advisors on one of the following dates. The on-campus meetings will all be held at the Windsor Campus, 1130 Southgate Drive or there is an online meeting option.

o Thursday July 23 – ZOOM (12-1:30pm)o Thursday August 6th - ZOOM (9:30-11am)

Step 5 – Register for classes no later than August 10, 2020


ADMISSION ESSAY This Essay must be submitted with your application packet. The essay will be used to determine how prepared you are for the academy. Please describe why you would like to enroll in the Aims Community College Police Academy and what you have done to prepare for the Police Academy. At a minimum address the following points:

• Why you are interested in pursuing a career in Law Enforcement.• Your support group to assist you during this training (family, friends, co-workers).• How you will balance the time and requirements of this program with the rest of the

obligations in your life.• What considerations have you taken to address the financial commitments of this

program (tuition & lab fees, uniform/equipment costs, POST written application fee,travel expenses to each of the training sites)?

• What have you done to prepare yourself physically, mentally, and emotionally for theupcoming academy.

• What do you see as your greatest challenge in completing this academy?


INFORMATION TO ASSIST WITH THE COMPLETION OF THIS APPLICATION Background Investigation Information (CCIC) You may request this investigation online by accessing the website of the Colorado Bureau of Investigation: (https://www.cbirecordscheck.com). Payment online is by credit card. You will get instant results that you can print.

Fingerprinting Per Colorado P.O.S.T. Rule 14, Candidates must submit proof to the Academy of fingerprint submission by providing a photocopy of the receipt from an electronic service, or a photocopy of the completed fingerprint card and the money order for payment to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.

As per the attached instructions, fingerprints may be submitted in one of two ways. We strongly recommend using an electronic submission service. Both IdentoGo and Colorado Fingerprinting provide this service. Colorado Fingerprinting has a site at the Aims, Windsor Campus.

• If you choose to get a hard copy of your fingerprints, use ONLY the blue fingerprint cardthat you can obtain from the Police Academy at Aims Community College. Cards can beobtained by contacting Stacey Tekansik and making arrangements to pick up a card:

o [email protected] 970-339-6397

NOTE: The criminal history check usually take 2-3 weeks to complete. You will be notified if the criminal history check reveals that you are not eligible to attend the academy.

Click on the following link to go to the Colorado P.O.S.T. website for the complete Fingerprint Card Submission Instructions. Please read these instructions at this website completely before starting this process.

Driving Record Colorado Motor Vehicle Records can be obtained at the Colorado Department of Revenue, Division of Motor Vehicles website. Out of state candidates can obtain a record from any state Motor Vehicle Department.

CPR & First Aid Classes https://aimsced.augusoft.net//index.cfm?fuseaction=1010 Call: 970-378-3532

https://www.cbirecordscheck.com

https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/post/basic-certification




https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dmv/motor-vehicle-record

https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dmv/motor-vehicle-record

https://aimsced.augusoft.net/index.cfm?fuseaction=1010

https://aimsced.augusoft.net/index.cfm?fuseaction=1010


Police Academy Application 1. Name

2. Gender * Male Female

3. Birthdate *

4. Aims A Number (if you have one) *

5. Email (Use @aims.edu address if you have one) *

6. Address (physical address – no PO Box) *

7. Phone *

8. Driver’s License Number, State of Issue and Expiration date

9. Social Security Number *

10. US Citizen * Yes No

FirstMiddleLast

Address1 Address2CityState

NumberMobile/Home

Number StateExpiration

Other


11. Have you ever been CHARGED with a criminal offense? Yes No

12. Have you ever been CONVICTED of a criminal offense? Yes No

13. Have you ever USED any illegal drugs OR MISUSED OR USED WITHOUT AUTHORIZATIONANY PRESCRIPTION DRUGS OR OVER-THE-COUNTER DRUGS?

Yes No

14. Have you ever SOLD, DISTRIBUTED, FURNISHED, CARRIED OR HELD FOR ANOTHER anyillegal drugs, prescription or over-the-counter drugs, including marijuana,amphetamines, depressants, tranquilizers, cocaine, etc.? Yes No

15. Have your motor vehicle driving privileges ever been SUSPENDED OR REVOKED? Yes No

16. Do you have any reservations concerning participation in any physically-challenging orstress-related activities as part of this academy? Yes No

17. Have you ever been involved with a law enforcement agency as a volunteer, scout,explorer, etc. either full time or part time? Yes No

18. Are you now, or have you ever been, a member or associate of a criminal enterprise,street gang, or any other group that advocates violence against individuals because oftheir race, religion, political affiliation, ethnic origin, nationality, gender, sexualpreference, or disability? Yes No

19. Are there any incidents in your life, not mentioned in this application which if knownwould disqualify you as an applicant, as outlined in the foregoing advisement, whetheror not you were directly involved, which might be discovered by any subsequentinvestigation? Yes No

20. If you answered yes to any of questions 12-20, provide details including dates andcircumstances on a separate sheet and attach the document to this application.


21. Are you now, or have you been a member of a U.S. military service? Yes No

a. If yes, which branch of service?

b. Dates served:From:

To: Currently Serving

c. Highest rank attained:

d. Type of Discharge:

By submitting this application and any attachments I hereby certify that all statements were made by me in the completion of this application and are, accurate and true, to the best of my knowledge and recollection.

I understand and willingly acknowledge that ANY false answers or any fraud whatsoever may constitute a basis for rejection of this application.

I understand and willingly acknowledge that if I am accepted and fraud and/or deceit is subsequently discovered concerning this application, such fraud and deceit are grounds for my immediate dismissal from the Aims Community College Basic Peace Officer Academy.

MILITARY SERVICE


BASIC PEACE OFFICER ACADEMY DISCLAIMER

The Aims Community College Basic Peace Officer Academy (“Academy”) hereby makes the following statements:

1. A graduate from the Academy has completed ONLY ONE STEP towards becoming a certifiedpeace officer in the State of Colorado.

2. The Academy, based upon current knowledge and belief, has attempted to interpret theKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) as well as the learning objectives and goals both issued bythe Colorado Peace officers Standards and Training (POST) Board. These represent the State ofColorado’s MINIMUM standards of KSA which a peace officer should have. In good faith, theKSA, learning objectives and goals are presented to the participants of an Academy.Consequently, the competence attendant to the successful completion of the Academy isSTRICTLY LIMITED to the Academy’s interpretation of the P.O.S.T. knowledge, skills and abilities.

3. The Academy CANNOT make a determination as to the competence of any Academy graduatebeyond the Academy setting. The Basic Academy curriculum will be impacted by field trainers,department policy and procedures, and the personal experiences of each Academy student.

4. The Academy does not implicitly nor explicitly guarantee the certification of an individual whohas successfully completed the Academy.

5. It is neither the responsibility nor the obligation of the Academy to ensure the certification ofany Academy graduate at any time following the completion of the Academy.

6. The Academy does NOT control the steps by which an individual can become a certified peaceofficer. That is determined solely by the Colorado P.O.S.T. Board.

7. The Academy does not implicitly nor explicitly guarantee that an individual who has successfullycompleted the Academy will obtain employment.

8. It is neither the responsibility nor the obligation of the Academy to ensure that an Academygraduate obtains employment at any time following the completion of the Academy.

9. The Academy does not control the steps, policies or procedures used by any law enforcementagency to determine whether an individual will be hired. That is determined solely by eachagency.

I, ______________________________, hereby acknowledge that I have thoroughly read (print your name)

and understand completely the Aims Community College Basic Peace Officer Academy Disclaimer. I further acknowledge that I am aware of the current and future legal implications which may arise from the Disclaimer and voluntarily accept the responsibility arising from this document.

Signed on the ______ day of ____________, 2020.

______________________________________ Print Name

______________________________________ Student’s Signature


P.O.S.T. TRAINING BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

STUDENT ADVISORY FORM [Pursuant to C.R.S. 24-31-304]

ACADEMY: AIMS COMMUNITY COLLEGE BASIC PEACE OFFICER ACADEMY

STUDENT’S NAME: ___________________________________________________________________ Last First MI

I HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE STAFF OF THE POST APPROVED AIMS COMMUNITY COLLEGE BASIC PEACE OFFICERS ACADEMY HAS ADVISED ME, BY THIS WRITTEN NOTICE, THAT:

(a) Pursuant to § 24-31-304, C.R.S. (2004), all persons seeking to enroll in a training academy shallsubmit their fingerprints to the training academy prior to enrolling in the academy.

(b) A training academy shall not enroll any person who has been convicted of an offense that wouldresult in the denial of certification pursuant to § 24-31-305(1.5), C.R.S. (2004). The only exception shallbe if the Board has granted the person an exemption from denial of enrollment.

(c) A training academy shall not enroll any person who has been released or discharged from the U.S.Military under dishonorable conditions.

(d) It is unlawful for any person to possess a firearm who has been convicted in any court of a crime ofdomestic violence OR is subject to a court order that restrains such person from harassing, stalking, orthreatening an intimate partner OR is subject to a court order that prohibits such person frompossessing a firearm.

(e) Successful completion of the training academy does not guarantee that the trainee will either receiveP.O.S.T. certification or be appointed as a peace officer.

(f) It is each applicant’s responsibility to determine their own eligibility for certification PRIOR toenrolling in any training program.

I certify that my signature below indicates that I am fully aware of and acknowledge my compliance with each of these laws and advisements.


______________________________________ Print Name



BASIC PEACE OFFICER ACADEMY POTENTIAL DISQUALIFICATION FACTORS

MISDEMEANOR AND FELONY CONVICTIONS State law prohibits POST certification of any person who has been convicted of a felony or certain misdemeanors. If an individual wishes to attend an academy and has a misdemeanor conviction that would preclude certification, they may request a variance to appeal the denial of certification pursuant to Rule 8 – Process for Seeking Exemption From Statutory Certification Restrictions. An individual convicted of any felony as an adult is ineligible, and no variance is allowed for a felony conviction with the following exceptions:

• Deferred judgments and sentencing agreements• Deferred prosecution agreements• Pretrial diversion agreements

Additionally, individuals with domestic violence convictions may not be eligible to serve as peace officers due to federal laws. Applicants will be disqualified from consideration if they have:

Two or more convictions for Driving under the influence of alcohol Release from or discharge from the U.S. Military under dishonorable conditions. ANY instance of domestic violence or domestic abuse. ANY instance of child abuse. ANY felony conviction or conviction of a crime involving moral turpitude. ANY misdemeanor conviction which involves sexual misconduct, illicit drugs/controlled

substances, perjury, tampering, child abuse, prostitution, aiding an escape, false reporting, domestic violence, or domestic abuse.

OTHER POTENTIAL DISQUALIFICATION FACTORS INCLUDE (BUT NOT NECESSARILY BE LIMITED TO):

1. Non-prescribed drug usage.2. Alcoholism (depending on circumstances, disposition and time lapse).3. A misdemeanor conviction (not listed above), depending on circumstances, disposition

and time lapse since offense(s). See attached.4. Police history - type, frequency and nature of contact(s).5. Motor vehicle record reflecting a careless/reckless pattern of driving.6. Outside activities which may be classified as a conflict of interest.7. Revelation of assaultive behavior via background investigation or by the admission of

the applicant.8. Association with persons known by the applicant to be involved in unlawful conduct

(closeness of relationship is also considered).

https://www.colorado.gov/post/decertifying-misdemeanors

http://www.colorado.gov/pacific/post/atom/125201

http://www.colorado.gov/pacific/post/atom/125201


ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES/OBLIGATIONS

I, ______________________________________, a prospective Aims Community College (print name)

Basic Peace Officer Academy student, hereby acknowledge that I am aware that:

(1) The Academy is a rigorous and demanding program with a 100% mandatory attendancepolicy as required by the Colorado P.O.S.T. Board. I have thoroughly evaluated the timedemands of the program in order to assure that I will arrive on time for each class period. Ihave also planned for the necessary study-time (practice time) before and after classes.

(2) The Academy's skills programs (arrest control, firearms, and driving) are located at theAdams County Sheriff’s Office Flatrock Training Center and ancillary sites. To fulfill the goalsand objectives of these state-mandated classes, an Academy student will be required toregularly travel to and from the skills sites two-four times per week.

(3) I have read the attendance requirements and the rules relating to misdemeanor andfelony convictions and understand if I do not meet the attendance requirements or if I havebeen convicted of any of these crimes it will disqualify me from attending or continuing in theAims Community College Police Academy.


______________________________________ Print Name


Academy - Full or Part time


BASIC PEACE OFFICER ACADEMY COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE

The Aims Community College Basic Peace Officer Academy (“Academy”) encourages a healthy, constructive interest in law enforcement. The Academy will in no way knowingly contribute to the training and education of any individual who does not respect the law and the application of those laws. The Academy will not knowingly contribute to the education and training of any individual who (a) would use the knowledge, skills, and abilities learned to subvert the law or (b) is unfit to enter the Academy program and would use the knowledge, skills and abilities for purposes contrary to the highest ethical standards of a peace officer.

We are confident that you, as a law-abiding citizen of good character, and with respect for law and order, would not want anyone intent on breaking our laws, to be members of our program and school. That is why, for your protection and our own, we ask every one of our students to sign the following statement:

(1) I am willing and able to abide by the rules established by the Colorado POST Board and thePolicies and Procedures regarding student conduct established by Aims Community College and theAims Police Academy.

(2) I will use the education and training provided by the Aims Community College Basic PeaceOfficer Academy only for purposes which would support the principles of law and order.

(3) I have read and understand the entrance requirements for the Academy.

(4) By my signature to this Commitment, I acknowledge that I have the competence and presentcapacity to meet all requirements.

(5) I attest that I have no felony convictions nor a history of serious personal maladjustments,mental or psychological disorders of any type.

(6) Lastly, I promise to voluntarily withdraw from this Academy program if my attitude, conduct, orbehavior fails to meet the rules established by the Colorado POST Board and the Policies and Proceduresregarding student conduct established by Aims Community College and the Aims Police Academy.https://www.aims.edu/policies/manual/section5/5-601A.pdf


______________________________________ Print Name


https://www.aims.edu/policies/manual/section5/5-601A.pdf

____________________________________ ____________________________________

Checklist

Requirement Complete Incomplete Police Academy Application with all questions answered Admission Essay Apply to Aims Community College Signed “Commitment to Excellence” form Signed “Disclaimer” form Signed “Background Investigation Student Advisory” form Signed “Student Acknowledgement” form Photocopy of your birth certificate Photocopy of your Federal Form DD214, applicable if you served in the military Photocopy of the front and back of your current driver’slicense Driving Record Photocopy of your high school diploma or General Education Development (GED Certificate) Official copy of college transcripts (if applicable) Documentation that you are at college level reading/writing Photocopy of the results of your completed background investigation(CCIC) Submit receipt that fingerprints are submitted. Resume Proof of Health Insurance Copy of CPR and First Aid Card

Applicant Name Academy (full/part-time)


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