| State of New York Police Juvenile Officers Association | snypjoa snypjoa Est. 1975 |
New York's Juvenile Officer and School Resource Officers Association |
| The State of New York Police Juvenile Officers Association is a training and advocacy organization comprised primarily of police officers and other Juvenile Justice and school professionals specialized in the field of juvenile justice and prevention. The SNYPJOA conducts ongoing training throughout New York State. We are a 501(c)3 not for profit training organization with our mission to provide skills and education to assist them in providing and safeguarding the Youth of New York State. |
In order to take this course, the participant must have first successfully completed the and obtained a certificate.
This five day, thirty eight hour course is certified by the State of New York Police Juvenile Officers Association.
The curriculum is specifically designed to enhance the skills, knowledge and confidence of the attendee. It also meets the demands of the ever evolving and complex world of Juvenile Justice. Emphasis is placed on custody as it relates to juveniles who have committed finger-printable offenses.
Other topics include:
* Juvenile Aid Bureau record keeping
* Detention issues
* Responding to missing children and the Interstate Compact
* Relevant current information regarding legal issues
* Cutting and self-injurious behavior
* Crime Prevention through Environmental Design
* S.A.V.E. legislation
* Adolescent lifestyles
A certificate will be issued by the State of New York Police Juvenile Officers Association for all participants who are that successfully complete the course