Webinars

The law enforcement field has seen a massive shift since the beginning of the 21st century. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that police and detective positions are set to grow by 5% by 2029, faster than the average job. In our live webinar on Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at 2 p.m. ET, we discussed with law enforcement experts the notable shift in the law enforcement field and how to find the right criminal justice program based on your personal and professional law enforcement interests.

Topics include:

• The shift in the law enforcement field and what this means for you
• Understanding what credentials and skills law enforcement employers are looking for in applicants
• Which law enforcement positions are currently most needed
• The importance of education in law enforcement and finding which criminal justice program is right for you

Moderator:
Mark Parker, Ph.D., Associate Professor and Associate Dean, Norwich University

Panelists:
Richard Mello, Chief of Police, Lebanon Police Department; Owner/Consultant, Mello Consulting & Training
William D. Sheets, Interim Executive Director, Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council, Vermont Police Academy

Sources:
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/protective-service/police-and-detectives.htm#:~:text=Employment%20of%20police%20and%20detectives,may%20vary%20by%20geographic%20location.