Background Investigations Course

Program Announcement

The Monroe County Public Safety Training Facility (PSTF) will be holding a Background Investigations Course at 1190 Scottsville Road, Rochester, NY. This course will cover the procedures necessary to conduct thorough background investigations for potential law enforcement candidates. Upon completion of the course, participants will possess the tools needed to complete a background investigation that will provide their employer with the ability to make sound candidate selections.

Students successfully completing this course will receive one-half (.5) credit from Monroe Community College.

Session Dates

  • March 26, 2024, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Prerequisites

Sworn or civilian employment with a law enforcement or public safety agency

Required Attire and/or Equipment

Attire:

  • Business casual or
  • Department uniform of the day

Instructional Areas

  • Practical implications of a background investigation
  • Definitions and terminology
  • Steps in the pre-employment screening process
  • Civil service laws pertaining to the hiring process
  • Medical standard
  • Background investigation process
  • Sources of information
  • Background investigation report

Graduation Requirements

  • 90% attendance (policy set by Monroe Community College)
  • 70% passing grade on written examination

Course Tuition and Fees

  • Tuition: $102.00 (per person)
  • Agencies will be billed directly

Note: Monroe Community College reserves the right to revise tuition and fees as necessary.

Reservations

Please complete the online Law Enforcement Program Course Reservation Form prior to March 5, 2024. Submitting a reservation form does not guarantee admittance to a course. Confirmation notices will be emailed approximately 2 weeks prior to the class. Please remember to check your junk/spam folder.

To avoid double tuition billing, a Certificate of Residence is required from students who reside outside of Monroe County.