Law Enforcement Leadership & Practice Major, Bachelor of Science (BS)
The Bachelor of Science in Law Enforcement Leadership & Practice is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of current law enforcement professionals to meet the complexities of modern policing. This comprehensive program emphasizes leadership, cultural intelligence, mental health awareness, data-driven decision-making, and evidence-based practices. Through a robust curriculum blending theory and practical application, students develop the skills to lead with integrity, adapt to evolving challenges, and foster trust within their communities. The program culminates in a capstone experience, allowing students to synthesize their knowledge and propose innovative solutions to real-world issues.
| Required Courses | ||
| CRIM 330 | SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCH METHOD | 5 |
| CRIM 340 | ETHICS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE | 5 |
| CRIM 382 | CRIMINAL JUSTICE ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION | 5 |
| LEAD 312 | COMMUNICATION FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT LEADERS | 5 |
| LEAD 313 | PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND CAREER ADVANCEMENT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT | 5 |
| LEAD 314 | STRESS MANAGEMENT AND OFFICER WELLNESS | 5 |
| LEAD 410 | POLICING IN A DIVERSE SOCIETY | 5 |
| LEAD 411 | COMMUNITY POLICING STRATEGIES | 5 |
| LEAD 412 | CONSTITUTIONAL LAW AND CIVIL LIABILITY IN LAW ENFORCEMENT | 5 |
| LEAD 413 | CONTEMPORARY AND EMERGING ISSUES IN LAW ENFORCEMENT | 5 |
| LEAD 414 | MENTAL HEALTH RESPONSE STRATEGIES IN LAW ENFORCEMENT | 5 |
| LEAD 450 | DATA-DRIVEN POLICING | 5 |
| LEAD 451 | EVIDENCE-BASED POLICING STRATEGIES | 5 |
| PSYC 302 | ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY | 5 |
| PSYC 323 | DRUGS AND BEHAVIOR | 5 |
| Required Senior Capstone | ||
| LEAD 490A | SENIOR CAPSTONE: STRATEGIC INTEGRATION AND LEADERSHIP IN LAW ENFORCEMENT | 5 |
| Total Credits | 80 | |
University Competencies and Proficiencies
English
Quantitative and Symbolic Reasoning
Placement and Clearance
Prior Learning/Sources of Credit AP, CLEP, IB
General Education Requirements (GER)
- Minimum Credits—180 cumulative credit hours
- 60 upper-division credits (300 level or above)
- 45 credits in residence (attendance) at Eastern, with at least 15 upper-division credits in major in residence at Eastern
- Minimum Cumulative GPA ≥2.0
Breadth Area Core Requirements (BACR)
Humanities and Arts
Natural Sciences
Social Sciences
University Graduation Requirements (UGR)
Diversity Course List
World Language (for Bachelor of Arts)
Global Studies Course List
Minor or Certificate
Senior Capstone Course List
Application for Graduation (use EagleNET) must be made at least two terms in advance of the term expected to graduate (undergraduate and post-baccalaureate).
Use the Catalog Archives to determine two important catalog years.
- The catalog in effect at the student's first term of current matriculation is used to determine BACR (Breadth Area Core Requirements) and UGR (Undergraduate Graduation Requirements).
- The catalog in effect at the time the student declares a major or minor is used to determine the program requirements.
Students who earn a BS in Law Enforcement Leadership & Practice from EWU should be able to:
- demonstrate the ability to apply leadership skills to enhance organizational effectiveness within law enforcement teams;
- apply ethical principles to propose solutions for complex law enforcement scenarios;
- develop strategies to improve police-community relationships through effective law enforcement practices;
- use research and data to develop actionable solutions for challenges in law enforcement operations;
- interpret constitutional principles to ensure lawful and ethical law enforcement practices;
- develop wellness plans that address stress management and support officer well-being;
- create initiatives to build trust and enhance collaboration with diverse populations;
- demonstrate advanced communication skills to effectively engage stakeholders in a variety of law enforcement contexts.