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2) Writing assignment describing the state training/certifying agencies (Assignment for Module/Week 3)
A brief essay of three to four (3-4) pages [excluding a cover or title page and a reference page] will be prepared by all students. The purpose of this brief essay is to describe and discuss the two state training/certifying agencies that you located. Consider this an opportunity to explore the training and certification process of criminal justice professionals in the two states that you were assigned.
a) Thoroughly read and review the information provided on the two Internet sites you located in Part 1 of the assignment. Take note of the types of training authorized or provided, the types and levels of certifications granted, and other information associated with the training and/or certification of police officers and correctional officers.
b) In a three to four (3-4) page essay describe the two state agencies. A handout that provides general information on writing essays will be provided to all students. Note: The essay length does not include the essay’s cover or title page or the reference page.
a. All essays are to be prepared and submitted in the APA style and format. Information on the APA format is included in a separate folder in our course ANGEL shell or available through Internet searches.
i. The essay will include:
1. Cover or title page
2. Two to three (2-3) pages of information
3. A separate reference page
c) The essay (Part 2 of the assignment) is due no later than Sunday, September 9 by 11:59 pm and submitted as an attachment to the drop box page in either Microsoft WORD (any version) or RTF format. Other formats will not be accepted and will be returned without being reviewed. Note the drop box for this assignment is located in Module 3. Maximum points for this assignment is 35.

Writing Style Expectations
All writing