Academy of Law and Homeland Security
Overview
This program introduces students to the various academic and career opportunities in Law, Law Enforcement, and other Homeland Security related fields. With the support of the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office and other law agencies, students get authentic learning experiences through field studies, guest speakers, and internships. Possible industry certifications include Police Service Aide, CRP and First Aid, Florida Class D, Security Guard License, and Florida 911 Telecommunicator License. On-campus dual enrollment opportunities are also available through St Johns River State College.
Mission
To provide a small learning community for students to explore careers in law and public safety. Students will develop skills to become career and college ready.
Program of Study and Downloads
Additional Information
Secondary Courses
- Criminal Justice 1: Foundations
- Criminal Justice 2: Patrol Operations
- Criminal Justice 3 Honors: Investigations
- Criminal Justice 4 Honors: Police Service Aide/Private Security Guard/Traffic Crash Investigator/Mock Trials
- 911 Telecommunicator
Dual Enrollment
The Academy of Law and Homeland Security partners with St Johns River State College to offer dual enrollment (college and high school credit) classes on our campus at St Augustine High School. Students can earn a College Credit Certificate as Homeland Security Specialist by completing the following courses:
- CJ 1020 – Intro to Criminal Justice
- CJ 1100 – Criminal Law
- CJ 1006 – Police and Society
Credits can also be used towards earning degrees at SJR State such as Associate of Science in Criminal Justice Technology.
Internship Opportunities
Our advisory board and business partners provide opportunities to our students so they understand the relevance between education and work-based needs. Each year, our Juniors and Seniors are offered a chance to intern with Criminal Justice agencies such as:
- St Johns County Sheriffs Office
- St Johns County Fire Rescue
- St Augustine Police Department
- St Augustine Beach Police Department
- St. Johns County Clerk of Courts
- National Parks Service
For more information, please visit our Summer Internships web page.
Academy News
Students from The Academy of Law and Homeland Security utilizing our suspect car, creating a crime scene for analysis. The crash scene setup is perfect for a variety of teaching tools and hands-on learning! #CrimeScene #ForensicAnalysis #HandsOnLearning #TeachingTools #LawAndHomelandSecurity #STEMEducation
Matthew Williams, St Augustine High School Class of 2024 and graduate of the Academy of Law and Homeland Security, completed his PSA training last week with St Johns County Sheriffs Office. We are proud to have him serve our community! #CareerEducation
St Johns County Sheriffs Office was recognized at the SJCSD Academy Awards 2024 as “Outstanding Business Partner of the Year.” The collaboration between the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office (SJSO) and the Academy of Law and Homeland Security at St. Augustine High School has been remarkable. Representatives from various departments of the Sheriff’s Office regularly …
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Students in the Academy of Law and Homeland Security are practicing the art of pulling fingerprints as forensic evidence. This activity is just one example of the many hands-on on ways students learn in Mr. Eakin’s Criminal Justice 1 course.
The Academy of Law and Homeland Security proudly partners with the St. Johns County Sheriffs Office. The department has been been an outstanding supporter of our students. This year have provided regular guest speakers to our classrooms, helping to educate our students about numerous careers in law enforcement and public service. SJSO came out in …
SJSO Partnership Providing Opportunities for Law and Homeland Academy Read More »
Contact
Robert Raimann, Career Specialist
[email protected]
(904) 547-8530
