The Gang Enforcement Company
Basic Gang Specialist Certification | Criminal Justice
Basic Gang Specialist Certification | Criminal Justice
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Security Level: SL3, SL4
The Experience
Being a Gang Specialist is no longer a "Gang Enforcement Only" speciality. The 2011 National Gang Threat Assessment estimated 33,000 gangs representing some 1.4 million “documented” gang members were reported by law enforcement agencies in the United States; up from 1.0 million gang members representing 20,000 gangs in 2009. Gangs can now be identified in all 50 states and D.C. with a national average of 48% of all violent crime being attributed to criminal street gangs with that percentage reaching as high as 90% in several cities nationwide.
All officers need to become gang specialist and able to identify a gang threat in real-time for any gang reduction strategy to be successful not to mention it is imperative for officer and public safety that you be trained, prepared and equipped to be on the front lines as you very well may make initial contact with a gang member long before the Gang Unit is called. In fact, most initial contacts will happen by road patrol, school resource officers, or narcotic and homicide detectives and not a Gang Enforcement Investigator.
Today, larger OMGs have established new chapters and have attracted many new members. The surge in membership has incited clashes for geographic dominance, which has created higher levels of violence and continue to engage in all types of violent crimes to include: weapons possession, threats and intimidation, assault, arson, extortion, and drug trafficking and in today's volatile world; law enforcement are being targeted by groups like the New Black Panther Party who, over the last few years, called for attacks on law enforcement and street gangs issuing direct threats around the nation.
In the 2015 National Gang Threat Report, one third (1/3) of the jurisdictions report an increase in threats to law enforcement and "the attacks that were carried out against law enforcement and judicial officials over the past two years were violent and brazen" are you prepared? Is your team prepared? Is your agency prepared?
Online with Instructor Guidance!
To ensure we maintain the greatest student-to-instructor ratio, we limit the attendance in each certification program so we can provide you with real-time instructional guidance in an online environment and due to that, these spots fill up fast, reflecting the high demand and unique value of this program.
Final Exam Protocols
Exam Pass Guarantee: We do offer an exam pass guarantee which states if you take and complete the entire certification course and do not pass the final exam, you will get another single attempt on us.
Final Exam Details: The Exam is graded on a pass/fail system by obtaining a 90% or better is considered a passing grade. The exam is taken online at the convenience of your home or office. It is a closed book exam and is 50 questions with 5 bonus questions. The questions are in a true/false, multiple-choice & scenario-based format. You must pass the final exam with a 90% or better to receive your CBGS designation.
Recertification: Certification is good for 2-years and must be recertified.
Key Objectives
- National Gang Statistics
- National Graffiti Statistics
- National Gang Definitions & Constitutional Protections
- U.S. Gang History, Migration & Evolution
- Gang Graffiti vs. Tagger Graffiti
- Gang Ideology & Typology
- Gang Recruitment Methods
- Street & Prison Gang Allure
- Biker Gang Overview
- Prison Gang Overview
- Subversive Group Overview
- Gender & Age Statistical Breakdown
- Indicators of a Gang Presence
- Folk Nation & People Nation Overview
- Gang Communications: Signs, Symbols, Tattoos, Codes, etc.
- Gangs & the Media
- Social Media Influence
- Gang Literature: Bibles, Book of Knowledge, Street Lit
- Prison Gang History and Street Impact
- Corrections Gang Presence, Weapons & Tactics
- Officer Safety
Tuition Covers
- 24/7 Unlimited Access During
- Final Exam Guarantee
- Digital Study Guide
- Digital & Physical Certification Packet
- Certified Gang Specialist ID Card
- Live Student Support
Program Details
Certificate: 2-Year Certification
Language: English
Delivery Method: Online Self-Study
Accessibility: PC, Tablet, Mobile
Length of Program: 4-Weeks
Course Designed For
- Law Enforcement
- Corrections
- Probation
- Parole
- Juvenile Justice
- Military Police
- International Law Enforcement
- International Corrections
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Training FAQs
Do you offer payment options?
Yes. You can choose the payment plan option at checkout.
When will I get access?
Upon enrolling in an on-demand course, you will be emailed a Student Information Form. Once we confirm your information, you will be granted access to our on-demand training platform ,via email. Please allow 24 hours for your access to be approved.
Can I watch the training at my own pace?
Yes. You will have the ability to play, and pause, the course so that you can watch at your own pace. (Certifications & Academy does have some weekly structure to follow but you will still have on demand capabilities.)
How long will I have to complete the course?
After your enrollment has been approved, you will have access to the course till you complete it. (Certifications & Academy are timed and have their own access schedule)
Are the courses for law enforcement only?
Yes. We offer training for three security levels (SL1, SL2, SL3), which include active duty criminal justice professionals, private security civilians who have a direct need, due to their employment, i.e., counselors, teachers, etc.
Do you offer a group rate?
Yes. If you are enrolling 6 or more from your team? Contact Gang Command for Group Pricing.
Security Levels
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Level 1
SL1: Civilians who are in the private sector such as those working in the school system, prevention, intervention and rehabilitation programs, counselors, etc.
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Level 2
SL2: Personnel who are in the private security, executive protection and bondsmen industry, i.e., Security Officers, Executive Protection Agents, Bondsmen, etc.
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Level 3
SL3: Personnel who are employed by a local, state, federal, or international government agency or U.S. Military; who are considered active duty Law Enforcement, Corrections, Probation, Juvenile Justice or Intelligence Analysts.
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Level 4
SL4: Personnel who are current members of Gang Enforcement's Black Team One (BT1) . This does not include past members who no longer have an active membership call sign.