POLC1205 Physical Fitness for Peace Officers
This course provides instruction in the concepts and techniques of physical exercise for both on duty and off duty peace officers. Students will be exposed to basic factors of exercise, different types of exercises and the frequency, duration and intensity of the training. This course educates learners in the testing requirements for many law enforcement agencies.
Prerequisite
Admission into the Peace Officer Program
Course Requirements and Evaluation
Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirements and evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course.
Learning Outcomes
The following outcomes will be addressed in the course:
Assess student fitness level as in the role of a peace officer
Create goals based on fitness level
Analyze concepts and techniques of physical fitness such as cardiovascular, flexibility, agility, strength, and endurance, which are important to peace officer’s health
Apply knowledge of nutrition to personal health goals
Articulate the long-term benefits of maintaining mental and physical health for peace officers
Text and References
A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the
campus store and in eServices.
Course Scheduling
The scheduled hours of instruction include sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty-two hours for each lab credit, and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE). Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations, or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals. Refer to the Course Credits section of this course outline for the credit breakdown.
Accommodations Statement
Access Services - Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified students with documented disabilities. Upon attending an intake meeting with Access Services, qualified students will receive a letter listing the approved accommodations that they may provide to their instructors. If you have a documented disability that may require accommodations, contact HTC Access Services at
AccessServices@hennepintech.edu or
https://hennepintech.edu/current-students/access-services/index.html.
Campus
Brooklyn Park Campus: 952-995-1300
Credit Details