Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Security Management and Administration
Career Cluster:	Law, Public Safety & Security

AS	
CIP Number	1743011202	
Program Type	College Credit	
Program Length	60 credit hours	
CTSO	N/A	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	Please see the CIP to SOC Crosswalk located at the link below.	
CTE Program Resources	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml  	

Purpose

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Law, Public Safety and Security career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Law, Public Safety and Security career cluster. 

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for careers for a variety of positions in the security field including Homeland Security, Transportation and Security Officer, Security Investigator, Security Consultant, Security Auditor, Security Supervisor, Security Administrator and Security Director.

Students will development an understanding of the security role in society through the identification of prevention-oriented goals as set forth by the basic role which security has within society.  A student must successfully demonstrate ability in carrying out security functions, responsibilities and duties.  

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of 60 credit hours. 

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Understand the purpose of crime prevention and analysis.
02.0	Comprehend the methods and data sources for crime analysis.
03.0	Acquire knowledge of place-specific crime theories.
04.0	Understand and address rational choice and opportunity theories of crime.
05.0	Understand the routine activities of environmental criminology.
06.0	Comprehend the outcomes of crime prevention including displacement and diffusion of benefits.
07.0	Understand the importance of developing, implementing, and evaluating crime prevention programs.
08.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the major historical events and the evolution of private security and loss prevention.
09.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the issues involved in private security and loss prevention.
10.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the career fields of specialized security and loss prevention.
11.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the legal aspects of both security and loss prevention.
12.0	Compare and contrast the main functions of the Criminal Justice System vs the main functions of Security and Loss Prevention.
13.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the challenges and societal factors governing the field of security and loss prevention.
14.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the history and development of commercial security.
15.0	Demonstrate an Understanding of the Management and Administration of Law Enforcement and Security Operations
16.0	Demonstrate an understanding of how to develop, implement and evaluate an effective shoplifting and theft prevention program.
17.0	Understand and recognize types of internal crimes.
18.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the nature and control of vendor and cargo theft.
19.0	Understand and recognize types of retail crime.
20.0	Demonstrate an understanding of how to design risk management programs in commercial settings.
21.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the definition of criminal and civil law.
22.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of criminal law.
23.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of search and seizure.
24.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the issues involved in Evidence and the Rules of Evidence in Criminal Justice, Private Security, and Interrogation.
25.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the legal issues associated with drug testing and polygraph testing.
26.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the legal issues involved in surveillance.
27.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the legal and ethical issues of security.
28.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the history of the Constitution.
29.0	Demonstrate an understanding of criminal law and procedures in relation to private security.
30.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the legal concept of public and private arrest procedures.
31.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the laws of search and seizure within security work.
32.0	Demonstrate an Understanding of the Fundamentals of Criminal and Private investigations, the Legal Limitations, and the Levels of Authority 
33.0	Demonstrate an understanding of constitutional issues concerning interview, investigation, background checks, and surveillance.
34.0	Demonstrate an understanding of pertinent criminal and civil private security case studies and understand the preparation of court cases for effective testimony.
35.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the philosophy, purpose, definitions, and commonly used terms in the interview and interrogation process.
36.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the written techniques and processing of complaints, complainants, witnesses, and related information.
37.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of the legal aspects of interview and interrogation.
38.0	Demonstrate an understanding of how to prepare for an interview and an interrogation.
39.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the behavioral aspects of the interview and interrogation process.
40.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the process of conducting an interview and an interrogation.
41.0	Demonstrate an understanding of case studies through the use of scenarios.
42.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the history and evolution of investigations in the private sector.
43.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the qualities and skills necessary to become a successful investigator.
44.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the role and day-to-day operations of modern day investigators in the private sector.
45.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the differences between public and private investigations.
46.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the sources of information available to an investigator for the purpose of conducting an investigation.
47.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of ethics in investigations in the private sector. 
48.0	Demonstrate an understanding of managing the business concepts of private investigations.
49.0	Comprehend the fundamentals of problem solving logic within the field of security.
50.0	Understand the principles and process of risk assessment as a tool in problem solving.
51.0	Comprehend the key technological resources incorporated in the problem solving process.
52.0	Learn the important resources utilized in the problem solving approach to personnel management.
53.0	Understand the issues involved with problem solving in retail and residential settings.
54.0	Comprehend the problem solving issues in foot traffic and public access venues surrounding facility management.
55.0	Understand the relevant problem solving techniques involved in computer security.
56.0	Understand loss prevention fundamentals.
57.0	Comprehend the Importance of Effective Working Relationships, Communication, and Pre-Employment in the Criminal Justice and the Loss Prevention Field.
58.0	Understand the skills necessary to identify internal and external vulnerabilities for the purpose of developing effective loss prevention programs.
59.0	Learn the basic techniques for investigation including methods for obtaining security services and equipment.
60.0	Understand the handling of fire and other safety related events.
61.0	Comprehend the relationship of risk management and loss prevention.
62.0	Comprehend Human Diversity and Environmental Challenges for Public and Private Security 

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Security Management and Administration
CIP Numbers:	1743011202
Program Length:	60 credit hours	

At the completion of this program. The student will be able to:	
01.0	Understand the purpose of crime prevention and analysis. The student will be able to:	
01.01	Discuss the importance of crime prevention in commercial profitability.	
01.02	Discuss the utility and cost benefit of crime prevention schemes.	
01.03	List the justifications for crime prevention expenditures.	
01.04	Describe the importance of crime analysis in terms of evaluating crime prevention efforts.	
01.05	Explain the relationship between crime prevention and analytic techniques for liability reduction.	
02.0	Comprehend the methods and data sources for crime analysis. The student will be able to:	
02.01	Explain the importance of maintaining incident based databases.	
02.02	Explain the process of acquiring public data on crime incidents.	
02.03	List the geographic scales of data compilation.	
02.04	Explain the utility of calls for service data.	
02.05	Describe the purpose and use of the Uniform Crime Report (UCR) and National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS) data sources.	
02.06	Describe the relative utility and proper usage of official and user collected data in determining vulnerabilities and effectiveness of crime prevention efforts.	
02.07	Define units of analysis, validity, and reliability.	
02.08	Discuss the research design in security analysis.	
02.09	Discuss the generalization of findings.	
02.10	List the basic statistical inferences in security research.	
03.0	Acquire knowledge of place-specific crime theories. The student will be able to:	
03.01	Describe the influence of place on criminal opportunity.	
03.02	Explain the variable impact of place on crime.	
03.03	Explain the facility functions which promote the dissuading of crime.	
03.04	Describe the concepts of natural surveillance, formal surveillance, site control, and place management.	
03.05	Explain the influences on prevention efforts and the resulting availability of analytic tools.	
04.0	Understand and address rational choice and opportunity theories of crime. The student will be able to:	
04.01	Describe how rational choices affect target selection.	
04.02	Describe risks, rewards and efforts in terms of the offender.	
04.03	Explain how criminal opportunities are blocked.	
04.04	Describe how opportunity-based theories differ from offender-based theories.	
04.05	Describe the relationship between security efforts and target hardening.	
05.0	Understand the routine activities of environmental criminology. The student will be able to:	
05.01	Discuss the crime triangle including the motivated offender, suitable target, and lack of capable guardian.	
05.02	Describe how legitimate human activity influences illegitimate activity.	
05.03	Discuss the tenets of environmental criminology.	
05.04	Describe facilities, nodes and boundaries as a predictor of crime frequency.	
06.0	Comprehend the outcomes of crime prevention including displacement and diffusion of benefits. The student will be able to:	
06.01	Define elements of displacement.	
06.02	Describe the temporal and geographic displacement.	
06.03	Discuss how displacement affects discrete security efforts.	
06.04	Define how diffusion of benefits works as a concept.	
06.05	Describe the positive elements of diffusion in crime prevention program.	
07.0	Understand the importance of developing, implementing, and evaluating crime prevention programs. The student will be able to:	
07.01	List historical efforts at crime prevention.	
07.02	Define social programming, physical planning, and crime prevention.	
07.03	List elements of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED).	
07.04	Describe how manipulation of the physical environment can prevent crime.	
07.05	Discuss issues in residential settings.	
07.06	Describe common approaches to commercial crime prevention.	
07.07	Describe issues related to special event planning and crime prevention.	
07.08	Discuss crime prevention efforts at schools, office buildings, banks, financial institutions, visitor centers, bars, night clubs, and restaurants.	
07.09	Describe community-based crime prevention models.	
07.10	List education, recreation, occupational programs.	
07.11	Develop a plan for crime prevention with public and private operatives.	
08.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the major historical events and the evolution of private security and loss prevention. The student will be able to:	
08.01	Explain the definition of security and also loss prevention.	
08.02	Examine the origins and development of security and loss prevention.	
08.03	Research key time periods, individuals and organizations instrumental to the study of security and loss prevention.	
08.04	Complete review questions and definitions of terms used in security and loss prevention.	
09.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the issues involved in private security and loss prevention. The student will be able to:	
09.01	Identify the major differences between security, loss prevention, and law enforcement.	
09.02	Examine the vast array of crime, security, and loss prevention problems faced by private corporations.	
09.03	Review how public police and private security and loss prevention can work together.	
09.04	Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of special police powers.	
10.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the career fields of specialized security and loss prevention. The student will be able to:	
10.01	Research growth trends in both private security and loss prevention.	
10.02	Discuss employment opportunities with security and loss prevention professionals in various industries and specialties.	
10.03	Conduct interviews with both security and loss prevention professionals.	
10.04	Read case studies and job descriptions.	
11.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the legal aspects of both security and loss prevention. The student will be able to:	
11.01	Address the impact that the growth of litigation in security and loss prevention operations has on companies with security and loss prevention programs.	
11.02	Read case histories and studies that effect security and loss prevention.	
11.03	Define liability.	
11.04	Review key factors in negligent security and loss prevention litigation.	
11.05	Examine the duty to protect.	
12.0	Compare and contrast the main functions of the Criminal Justice System vs the main functions of Security and Loss Prevention. The student will be able to:	
12.01	Define the primary components of criminal justice and their primary responsibilities. 	
12.02	Identify problems that keep the system from functioning effectively and efficiently. 	
12.03	Explain the connection of tangible objects (walls, fences, locks, building design, lighting, surveillance, alarm systems, and access control) with accidents, natural disasters, computer systems, data, and software. 	
12.04	Describe the ethics and integrity issues of human resources as they relate to the protection of organizations and employee rights. 	
12.05	Describe the ethics and integrity issues as they relate to the criminal justice system. 	
12.06	Discuss the elements of technical security including threats from electronic eavesdropping and computer hacking, development of risk assessments and security surveys as they relate to organizations and compare to the criminal justice system.	
13.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the challenges and societal factors governing the field of security and loss prevention. The student will be able to:	
13.01	Explain the different challenges placed on security and loss prevention by societal factors and the changing nature of workplace (crime trends, advances in technology, increased diversity, privatization of public services and globalization).	
13.02	List the types of specialized education and learning experience necessary in security and loss prevention to maintain employment within the industry.	
13.03	Discuss the multidimensional competencies needed in security and loss prevention such as asset protection expertise, administration and execution of loss control programs, visionary concepts as related to security and loss prevention, resourcefulness, and effective communication.	
13.04	Describe the goals of security and loss prevention professionals to include negotiation skills and the ability to enhance the professional standing within the organizational structure of any organization.	
13.05	Examine the indirect cost of economic crime and exploring external and internal industry threats.	
14.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the history and development of commercial security. The student will be able to:	
14.01	Describe the history of counterfeiting and its role in the rise of private security.	
14.02	Discuss the role of industrial development in the development of security.	
14.03	Explain how the mobility of the financial economy contributed to the rise of security.	
14.04	Discuss how labor disputes, espionage, and industrial crime led to the growth and development of security.	
14.05	Research recent trends in economic activities, the results of the 1968 Rand Report, and Hallcrest II (1990) in relation to the security industry.	
15.0	 Demonstrate an Understanding of the Management and Administration of Law Enforcement and Security Operations. The student will be able to:	
15.01	Compare and contrast the various organizational structures of law enforcement agencies. 	
15.02	Identify crime prevention techniques.	
15.03	Integrate the use of technology in the study of personnel management, planning, and operations. .	
15.04	Describe access control, personnel clearance, and document control.	
16.0	Demonstrate an understanding of how to develop, implement and evaluate an effective shoplifting and theft prevention program. The student will be able to:	
16.01	Describe the different types of shoplifters such as amateurs, professionals, and thrill seekers.	
16.02	Explain the methods of shoplifting such as concealment and price switching.	
16.03	Discuss the shoplifting detection methods of surveillance, audits, and employee awareness.	
16.04	Describe shoplifting prevention with the use of plainclothes officers, electronic surveillance, and electronic tagging.	
16.05	Apply the methods of proper surveillance, apprehension, and detention of suspects.	
16.06	Explain non-accusatory confrontation of suspects.	
16.07	Establish the proper documentation of events.	
17.0	Understand and recognize types of internal crimes. The student will be able to:	
17.01	Describe merchandise thefts by employees such as under ringing, trash removal, and personal bags.	
17.02	Explain cash thefts in the form of refund and layaway fraud.	
17.03	Discuss embezzlement such as bank deposit rolling, check kiting, lapping, payroll fraud, and travel expense fraud.	
17.04	Describe business abuse of graft, kickbacks, conflict of interest, inappropriate gifts, and bid-rigging.	
17.05	Explain the use of proprietary information in trade secrets and business processes.	
17.06	Discuss employee theft and shoplifting.	
18.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the nature and control of vendor and cargo theft. The student will be able to:	
18.01	Describe delivery shortages.	
18.02	Explain freight overcharges.	
18.03	Describe counterfeit or damaged good shipments.	
18.04	Describe access control of delivery procedures in the separation of shipping and receiving areas.	
18.05	Discuss secure shipping receivers.	
19.0	Understand and recognize types of retail crime. The student will be able to:	
19.01	Describe bad check detection.	
19.02	Describe the basics of credit card fraud.	
19.03	Discuss the issues involved with counterfeit currency.	
19.04	Describe currency, container, and price switching.	
19.05	Discuss refund fraud.	
19.06	Describe quick change schemes and inventory shrinkage.	
20.0	Demonstrate an understanding of how to design risk management programs in commercial settings. The student will be able to:	
20.01	Describe the risk identification process.	
20.02	Explain security layering.	
20.03	Discuss the integration of physical, human resource, and information security systems.	
20.04	Describe the loss prevention procedures and controls of deterrence, detection, and recovery.	
20.05	Discuss employee training for loss prevention.	
20.06	Research the purchase of technology for loss prevention.	
20.07	Describe the development of a loss prevention master plan.	
21.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the definition of criminal and civil law. The student will be able to:	
21.01	Explain intent, presumption and entrapment. 	
21.02	Research the process and steps involved from arrest to trial. 	
21.03	Describe the legal issues in chain of command as it relates to evidence. 	
21.04	Explain the purpose of a trial, the elements and procedures involved, evidence collection, and trial preparation. 	
21.05	Describe writs and subpoenas. 	
21.06	Describe the legal ethics of security. 	
21.07	Explain due process and constitutional immunity. 	
21.08	Discuss the rules of fair employment practice.	
22.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of criminal law. The student will be able to:	
22.01	Explain intent, presumption and entrapment.	
22.02	Research the process and steps involved from arrest to trial.	
22.03	Describe the legal issues in chain of command as it relates to evidence.	
22.04	Explain the purpose of a trial, the elements and procedures involved, evidence collection, and trial preparation.	
22.05	Describe writs and subpoenas.	
22.06	Describe the legal ethics of security.	
22.07	Explain due process and constitutional immunity.	
22.08	Discuss the rules of fair employment practice.	
23.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of search and seizure. The student will be able to:	
23.01	Delineate the restrictions on searches for public versus private operatives.	
23.02	Describe the legal test of probable cause.	
23.03	Explain the civil law limitations of search and seizure.	
23.04	Explain the concept of consent.	
23.05	Describe the limitations and legal aspects of searching employees.	
24.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the issues involved in Evidence and the Rules of Evidence in Criminal Justice, Private Security, and Interrogation. The student will be able to:	
24.01	Describe the legal definition of reasonable suspicion.	
24.02	Discuss the legal limitations of detaining and interrogating as it is related to employees and compare it to the detaining and interrogating suspect by law enforcement.	
24.03	Discuss the legal limitations of detaining and interrogating employees.	
24.04	Apply the legal definition of coercion in interrogation techniques.	
24.05	Explain the notion of “qualified privilege” in mitigating slander suits by suspects.	
24.06	Define probable cause.	
24.07	Discuss the liability issues of use of force.	
24.08	Describe liability issues dealing with the release of employment records.	
24.09	Describe the nature, purpose and legal framework of privileged information regarding evidence.	
25.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the legal issues associated with drug testing and polygraph testing. The student will be able to:	
25.01	Discuss the legal issues surrounding employee drug testing.	
25.02	Describe elements of the Drug Free Work Place Act of 1988.	
25.03	List the proper procedures for the use of polygraphs for investigations.	
25.04	Describe the elements of the Employee Polygraph Protection Act of 1988.	
25.05	List the admissibility of polygraph tests in court proceedings.	
26.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the legal issues involved in surveillance. The student will be able to:	
26.01	Define when an observed individual has a reasonable right to privacy.	
26.02	Read and discuss washroom surveillance and cases involving expectation of privacy.	
26.03	Describe the legal issues of electronic “eavesdropping” and the differences in state and local laws.	
26.04	Define proper management techniques for electronically compiled evidence.	
26.05	Discuss the legal principles necessary to effectively prosecute employees.	
27.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the legal and ethical issues of security. The student will be able to:	
27.01	Describe the elements of assault and battery claims against private security.	
27.02	List the principles of false arrest and imprisonment.	
27.03	Discuss the legal definition of invasion of privacy.	
27.04	Discuss the issue of vicarious liability in training and supervision of security personnel.	
27.05	List and discuss the legal reasoning of “color of state law” cases.	
27.06	Comprehend the issue of diversity in the work place.	
28.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the history of the constitution. The student will be able to:	
28.01	Discuss the history and purpose of the Constitution.	
28.02	Identify the role and purpose of law in society.	
28.03	Discuss the origin of modern criminal law in America.	
28.04	List the commonly used terms associated with the Constitution.	
28.05	Identify and list the important constitutional law cases that affect private security.	
29.0	Demonstrate an understanding of criminal law and procedures in relation to private security. the student will be able to:	
29.01	Identify private security powers and authority.	
29.02	Research the Bill of Rights as it defines private security limitations.	
29.03	Define tort, civil liability, criminal liability, habeas corpus, writs, and subpoena.	
29.04	Define the right to privacy as interpreted by the fourth, fifth and sixth Amendments.	
29.05	Identify the criminal law principles and definitions.	
29.06	List the legal steps of arrest and trial.	
30.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the legal concept of public and private arrest procedures. The student will be able to:	
30.01	Research the requirements for a legal arrest and securing a warrant.	
30.02	List the different types of arrests, public and private.	
30.03	Define the arrest powers of a private citizen.	
30.04	Research the alternatives to arrest.	
30.05	Define the term detention by police.	
31.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the laws of search and seizure within security work. The student will be able to:	
31.01	Discuss the intent of the Fourth Amendment.	
31.02	Define the laws of search and seizure for private security personnel.	
31.03	Define plain view and consent searches.	
32.0	 Demonstrate an understanding of the Fundamentals of Criminal and Private investigations, the Legal Limitations, and the Levels of Authority. The student will be able to:	
32.01	Explain the private property rights of a business or private property owner.	
32.02	Define the terms invitee and trespassing.	
32.03	Research common liabilities encountered with police and private security investigations. 	
32.04	Explain investigative techniques used in solving crimes and identify the limit on investigations by private citizens.	
32.05	Explain the necessity for, and the methods of marking and preserving evidence. 	
32.06	Identify various types of investigative technology.	
33.0	Demonstrate an understanding of constitutional issues concerning interview, investigation, background checks, and surveillance. The student will be able to:	
33.01	Define the legal term for interview and interrogation.	
33.02	Explain the Miranda warning and the effect on police and private security.	
33.03	Research permitted and prohibited tactics by police and private security.	
33.04	Define a standard background employment check.	
33.05	Research the legal methods employers may use to verify employee backgrounds.	
33.06	List the legal procedures for an employment interview.	
33.07	Explain the availability of public records for the purpose of employee background checks.	
33.08	Explain the use of private and public surveillance.	
33.09	List the types of commonly used surveillance by police and security agencies.	
33.10	List the types of theft detection technologies and techniques used by private firms.	
33.11	Define the term negligence as it might pertain to private security.	
33.12	Examine the level of security that is due to tenants of multiple dwelling residences or hotels, stores, colleges, and restaurants.	
33.13	Examine the role vicarious liability plays in privately owned businesses.	
34.0	Demonstrate an understanding of pertinent criminal and civil private security case studies and understand the preparation of court cases for effective testimony. The student will be able to:	
34.01	Research the steps necessary to prepare a civil or criminal case for court with the assistance of criminal justice personnel.	
34.02	List the steps necessary for court testimony.	
34.03	Review, discuss, and communicate in writing the private security related case studies presented in the class.	
35.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the philosophy, purpose, definitions, and commonly used terms in the interview and interrogation process. The student will be able to:	
35.01	Discuss the philosophy and purpose of the interview.	
35.02	Discuss the philosophy and purpose of the interrogation.	
35.03	Explain the investigative process.	
35.04	List the definitions and commonly used terms in interviews and interrogations.	
35.05	List the differences between the private and public processes.	
36.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the written techniques and processing of complaints, complainants, witnesses, and related information. The student will be able to:	
36.01	Define the types and uses of complaints.	
36.02	Describe how to legally manage and document written and oral statements of complainants and witnesses during an interview or interrogation.	
36.03	Research the different types of witnesses and complainants.	
36.04	List the ten basic rules for interviewing witnesses and complainants.	
36.05	Research how to take proper notes for an investigation, interview and interrogation.	
37.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of the legal aspects of interview and interrogation. The student will be able to:	
37.01	Define the legal aspects of private and public interview and interrogation.	
37.02	Explain the Miranda decision and the Miranda warning.	
37.03	Research the relevant Constitutional Amendments.	
37.04	Describe the warnings and approaches used in special situations including juveniles and persons under the influence.	
37.05	Define a voluntary confession.	
38.0	Demonstrate an understanding of how to prepare for an interview and an interrogation. The student will be able to:	
38.01	Explain the elements of establishing the interview goals and selecting the interviewer.	
38.02	Describe the selection of a location based on background information.	
38.03	Explain the development of an interview strategy and establishing rapport in an interview or interrogation.	
38.04	Describe the process of analyzing the facts and evidence.	
39.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the behavioral aspects of the interview and interrogation process. The student will be able to:	
39.01	Define common terms used in identifying behavior.	
39.02	Describe guidelines for evaluation of behavior.	
39.03	Discuss the interpretation of verbal and non-verbal behavior.	
39.04	List and define the types of resistance.	
39.05	Analyze the causes of denials.	
39.06	Describe the environmental issues.	
39.07	Describe the use of the polygraph.	
39.08	Define the types of admission and confession.	
39.09	List the twenty two guidelines for taking admissions and confessions.	
39.10	Explain the process from admission to confession.	
40.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the process of conducting an interview and an interrogation. The student will be able to:	
40.01	Define the types of interviews and interrogations.	
40.02	Explain the strategy of the interview including the setting of goals and the ten basic rules for interviewing.	
40.03	Explain the establishment of rapport through the use of the environmental setting and personal communication skills.	
40.04	Describe the approaches to conducting interviews and interrogations.	
40.05	Practice the gathering of verbal and written statements.	
40.06	Explain the skills necessary to the closing of an interview.	
40.07	Explain the effects of an unsuccessful interview or interrogation.	
41.0	Demonstrate an understanding of case studies through the use of scenarios. The student will be able to:	
41.01	Research well-known case studies and legal decisions.	
41.02	Practice interview techniques using well known case studies and scenarios.	
41.03	Practice interrogation skills using well known case studies and scenarios.	
42.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the history and evolution of investigations in the private sector. The student will be able to:	
42.01	Review the history and evolution of investigations.	
42.02	Research key organizations and individuals instrumental in investigations.	
42.03	Complete essay questions and review exercises on investigation topics.	
43.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the qualities and skills necessary to become a successful investigator. The student will be able to:	
43.01	Define private and public investigations.	
43.02	List the personal attributes of a successful investigator.	
43.03	Discuss the purpose and effectiveness of an investigation.	
43.04	Discuss the qualities and skills needed in investigations.	
44.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the role and day-to-day operations of modern day investigators in the private sector. The student will be able to:	
44.01	Conduct interviews with real-life investigators in the private sector.	
44.02	Read case histories.	
44.03	Research the private investigation industry.	
44.04	Discuss the basic questions in an investigation.	
45.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the differences between public and private investigations. The student will be able to:	
45.01	Discuss the difference between civil and criminal cases and investigations.	
45.02	Examine the methods of operation conducted by private investigators.	
45.03	List the major differences between the public and private sector.	
45.04	Explore the types of public investigations in the United States.	
45.05	Explain the main objective of a public investigation and the objectives of private investigations.	
46.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the sources of information available to an investigator for the purpose of conducting an investigation. The student will be able to:	
46.01	Discuss the people and organizations that can be used as sources of information for the investigator.	
46.02	Research the public records at the local, state, and federal levels which can assist in conducting an investigation.	
46.03	Examine the constitutional and legal limitations regarding sources of information.	
46.04	Explain how the internet can be utilized as an investigative tool.	
47.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of ethics in investigations in the private sector. The student will be able to:	
47.01	Discuss the ethical obligations of an investigator in the private sector.	
47.02	Review the code of ethics from organizations.	
47.03	List issues relating to ethics.	
47.04	Discuss scenarios relating to ethical behavior.	
48.0	Demonstrate an understanding of managing the business concepts of private investigations. The student will be able to:	
48.01	Discuss the types of business concepts within the investigation industry.	
48.02	Discuss the financial potential of the investigative specialties and occupations.	
48.03	Research the licensing requirements for each state.	
48.04	Explain assignments performed by investigators in the private sector.	
49.0	Comprehend the fundamentals of problem solving logic within the field of security. The student will be able to:	
49.01	Describe the origin of problem solving logic.	
49.02	Discuss the work of Herman Goldstein as it relates to problem solving.	
49.03	Explain the SARA (Scanning, Analysis, Response, and Assessment) model of problem solving.	
50.0	Understand the principles and process of risk assessment as a tool in problem solving. The student will be able to:	
50.01	Describe the origin and principles of risk assessment.	
50.02	Research the methods of loss prevention survey.	
50.03	Discuss the systems approach to risk assessment.	
50.04	Describe the link between problem solving and risk assessment.	
51.0	Comprehend the key technological resources incorporated in the problem solving process. The student will be able to:	
51.01	Discuss the utilization of crime statistics in problem identification.	
51.02	Describe the role of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in problem solving.	
51.03	Explore the application of cameras in problem solving.	
51.04	Explain the relevance of facial identification software as a technological resource.	
51.05	Explain the technological advantage of access software, badge systems, magnetometers, and x-ray machines for security.	
52.0	Learn the important resources utilized in the problem solving approach to personnel management. The student will be able to:	
52.01	Describe the role and function of federal, state, county, and local agencies specifically in the interaction of security with personnel departments.	
52.02	Research the relationship of community groups with security individuals and agencies.	
52.03	Explain the role the media may play in the problem solving process.	
52.04	Describe problem solving issues involved with employee screening and training.	
52.05	Research the application of problem solving processes to management issues.	
52.06	Reducing workplace violence through problem solving.	
53.0	Understand the issues involved with problem solving in retail and residential settings. The student will be able to:	
53.01	Discuss the role of the problem solving process in the areas of shoplifting prevention and employee theft.	
53.02	Evaluate the protection of stored assets through problem solving techniques.	
53.03	Explain the process of problem solving in the protection of cargo or assets in transit.	
53.04	Describe the problem solving process in the security management of apartment and rental settings, gated and housing communities, and in neighborhoods.	
53.05	Discuss the process of target selection by residential burglar.	
53.06	Discuss problem solving through target hardening in residential areas.	
54.0	Comprehend the problem solving issues in foot traffic and public access venues surrounding facility management. The student will be able to:	
54.01	Explain the problem solving process for security issues in areas with common or public access.	
54.02	Explain the problem solving issues for security in areas of construction, business districts, malls, parking garages, factories, financial institutions, educational settings, and healthcare facilities.	
54.03	Use scenarios to enhance and practice problem solving skills.	
54.04	Research facility entry protection using a problem solving technique.	
55.0	Understand the relevant problem solving techniques involved in computer security. The student will be able to:	
55.01	Explain problem identification for computer security.	
55.02	Describe communication safety for computer security.	
55.03	Explain computer access control.	
55.04	Describe problem solving scenarios in computer security.	
56.0	Understand loss prevention fundamentals. The student will be able to:	
56.01	Describe the definition and history of loss prevention.	
56.02	Examine the current and future issues of the security industry.	
56.03	Discuss the societal factors governing the loss prevention field.	
57.0	Comprehend the Importance of Effective Working Relationships, Communication, and Pre-Employment in the Criminal Justice and the Loss Prevention Field. The student will be able to:	
57.01	Study the legal requirements and essentials of an effective pre-employment screening policy and procedure 	
57.02	Develop an employee orientation program on loss prevention. 	
57.03	Demonstrate effective oral communication techniques.	
58.0	Understand the skills necessary to identify internal and external vulnerabilities for the purpose of developing effective loss prevention programs. The student will be able to:	
58.01	Examine the sources of internal and external loss.	
58.02	Develop policies and procedures to prevent loss.	
58.03	Develop physical and electronic controls to prevent loss.	
59.0	Learn the basic techniques for investigation including methods for obtaining security services and equipment. The student will be able to:	
59.01	Examine the options for obtaining security equipment and personnel.	
59.02	Research the difference between purchasing and leasing with an emphasis on purchasing agreements.	
59.03	Review the types of investigations and the legal ramifications of investigation activity.	
59.04	Describe interview and interrogation methods.	
59.05	Discover sources of information gathering, methods of conducting investigations, and the basis of accounting procedures	
59.06	Review the importance of accurate report writing and courtroom testimony in successful investigations	
60.0	Understand the handling of fire and other safety related events. The student will be able to:	
60.01	Review the elements of a fire and prevention methodology.	
60.02	Examine the potential disasters in a workplace with an emphasis on the study of prevention methods.	
60.03	Review evacuation procedures and practices.	
60.04	Research the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) laws and procedures with an emphasis on the field of loss prevention.	
61.0	Comprehend the relationship of risk management and loss prevention. The student will be able to:	
61.01	Define the elements and scope of risk management.	
61.02	Explain the five methods for handling identified risk.	
61.03	Examine the importance of risk management to business insurance.	
61.04	Develop a risk management program and committee.	
61.05	Describe the risk management information systems available.	
62.0	Comprehend Human Diversity and Environmental Challenges for Public and Private Security. The student will be able to:	
62.01	Identify major cultural, ethnic and human differences that exist in society.	
62.02	Discuss the psychological concepts of motivation and basic human needs	
62.03	Discuss the impact of internal and external controls on criminal justice and private security professionals.	
62.04	Discover societal factors impacting loss prevention.	
62.05	Research the need for more education and training in the criminal justice and loss prevention profession.	
Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

General Education Course Requirements for AS and AAS Degrees

State Board of Education Rule 6A-14.030(4), F.A.C., identifies 15 credit hours as the minimum amount of general education coursework required in the Associate of Science (AS) degree and the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree.  In addition, Rule 6A-14.0303, F.A.C., implements s. 1007.25, F.S., and requires students entering a technical education degree program in the 2022-2023 academic year, and thereafter, to complete at least one identified core course in each subject area as part of the general education course requirements (15 credit hours total) before a degree is awarded) The core subject areas include: 
•	Communication 
•	Humanities
•	Mathematics 
•	Natural Sciences
•	Social Sciences

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Certificate Programs
A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.). This AS degree program includes the following College Credit Certificates:

Homeland Security Professional (0743011202) -- 15 credits hours

Standards for the above certificate programs are contained in separate curriculum frameworks.