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Program facts 
Get ready for a career in private security with this certificate program. Take courses in criminal justice, forensics, patrol procedures, criminal law, investigative process and private security. All classes are taught by expert instructors who are extremely knowledgeable in their respective fields. Courses may be taken on campus or at the Learning and Career Center (LCC) in Prospect Heights.
After graduation, you’ll be well-prepared to seek entry-level employment in a variety of private security positions. You may also choose to continue your education and complete Harper College’s Law Enforcement and Justice Administration AAS Degree program.
This 19 credit-hour certificate program is designed to serve the needs of individuals who want the core education the Law Enforcement program offers. It also provides students with basic concepts recognized in the Security Industry. It furthers the partnerships between Law Enforcement and Private Security and offers the student an opportunity to incorporate a Certificate in Private Security within the AAS Degree in Law Enforcement thereby producing a stackable degree, something that did not exist in the Law Enforcement programs in the past.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required | ||
| LEJ 101 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| LEJ 116 | Forensics I | 3 |
| LEJ 135 | Patrol Procedures | 4 |
| LEJ 140 | Introduction to Private Security | 3 |
| LEJ 201 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| LEJ 216 | Investigative Process | 3 |
| Total Hours | 19 | |
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For more information about private security training, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700, or submit a request information form. You can also apply online.