Law Enforcement Technology
Degree:
- Associate of Applied Science in Law Enforcement Technology [✓ TSI]
Certificates:
- Level 1 Certificate in Criminal Justice Core
- Level 1 Certificate in Law Enforcement Academy [𝗫 TSI]
Other:
Career Information
Find work as:
- Patrol Officers/Deputies
- Probation Officers
- Criminal Investigators
- Forensic Technicians
Texas Annual Wages*
- Entry-level range: $51,590 or less
- Average: $76,350
*Police and Sheriff’s Patrol Officers, National Center for O*Net Development. Retrieved October 2025 from onetonline.org.
The Angelina College Law Enforcement Technology Program offers targeted training for students aspiring to work in law enforcement, corrections, or the court system. With a curriculum blending classroom instruction and hands-on experience, students can pursue licensure as a peace officer and access various career opportunities in the criminal justice field.
If you hold an active peace officer license in Texas, you can earn credit towards an Associate of Applied Science degree through our program. Successful completion of your AAS degree will prepare you for immediate job placement or provide you with the opportunity to transfer to a Bachelor of Applied Sciences program in Criminal Justice at another institution.
Why AC for Law Enforcement?
Affordable Education
Save on tuition costs while receiving quality education and personalized support from Success Coaches.
Career Advancement
Equip yourself with the skills and knowledge to excel in your current role or pivot to new career opportunities.
Personalized Attention
Benefit from smaller class sizes and direct access to experienced faculty, ensuring more personalized guidance and support throughout your studies.
Recommended Academic Plan (RAP)
The RAP (or course sequence) shows the suggested order of courses each semester to help you complete your program on time. Your plan may vary based on advising or placement.
View in College Catalog (official program listings) (accessible)
Questions?
Contact the Business and Technology Success Coach at tw@angelina.edu.
If you would like to meet with an instructor (optional), contact Kelli Kirkpatrick at kkirkpatrick@angelina.edu or 936- 633-5447.
Program Diversity Statistics
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Advisory Committee
2025-2029 Committee Members
| Name | Agency |
|---|---|
| Chief Joel Barton | Nacogdoches Independent School District |
| Captain Jathan Borel | Woodville Police Department |
| Judge Jeff Boyd | San Augustine County |
| Sheriff Jason Bridges | Nacogdoches County |
| Sergeant Randy Brooks | Lufkin Police Department |
| Randy Brown | Southside Baptist Church |
| Mike Claude | Deep East Texas Council of Governments |
| Ivette Flores | Nacogdoches Independent School District |
| Mark Gorman | Angelina County |
| Captain Alton Lenderman | Angelina County Sheriff’s Office |
| Kim Riddle | Harold’s House |
| Sheriff Tom Selman | Angelina County |
| Assistant Chief Dan Taravella | Nacogdoches Police Department |
3 Steps to Apply
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