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Last updated on Friday, May 1, 2015
(VINCENNES) - Vincennes University signed an articulation agreement with the Indiana DNR Law Enforcement Division on April 29 to award college credits to their Conservation Officers for completed training and years of experience. These credits will assist officers in furthering their education, through Vincennes University’s highly-regarded program in Conservation Law Enforcement; the only one of its kind in Indiana.
The purpose of this articulation agreement is to provide a basis for a cooperative relationship between Vincennes University and DNR Law Enforcement Division to benefit officers who desire to complete an Associate's degree in Conservation Law Enforcement or a Bachelor's of Science degree in Homeland Security and Public Safety.
"We are delighted to offer this educational opportunity to Indiana Conservation Officers", said Chuck Johnson, Vincennes University Provost. "Their training and experience should be rewarded and benefit them as they continue to work toward their educational goals."
Vincennes University agrees to grant Conservation Officers who have graduated the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) articulated credit for three courses, Conservation Enforcement I, Plant and Animal Management, Procedural Criminal Law.
Additionally, with ILEA certification and 3 years of experience, Vincennes University will grant articulated credit for Marine Enforcement and Response. Articulated credit will be granted for the course of Conservation Enforcement II for ILEA certification and 5 years of experience.
"This opportunity provided to our officers by Vincennes University will assist us in achieving our professional goals", said Danny L. East, DNR Law Enforcement Director. "It is a pleasure for me to sign this agreement and enter into a partnership with Vincennes University that encourages our officers to continue their education."
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