Criminal Justice Institute

Criminal Justice Institute Bringing Advanced Education and Training to Arkansas Law Enforcement.

The Criminal Justice Institute (CJI) is a campus of the University of Arkansas System that serves a unique population of non-traditional students—certified law enforcement professionals who are actively employed within our State’s police departments and sheriff’s offices. The Institute is committed to making communities safer by supporting law enforcement professionals through training, education,

resources and collaborative partnerships. Utilizing both classroom-based instruction and practical, hands-on application, CJI provides an educational experience designed to enhance the performance and professionalism of law enforcement in progressive areas of criminal justice, including law enforcement leadership and management, crime scene investigation, computer applications, traffic safety, illicit drug investigations and school safety. The Criminal Justice Institute provides unparalleled support to the Arkansas law enforcement community by offering:

- Specialized Programs designed to enhance the job performance of law enforcement personnel

- Opportunities to complete Academic Certificates and Associate of Applied Science Degrees in Crime Scene Investigation and Law Enforcement Administration

- Online Programs that allow officers to complete courses at their own pace within their home, department, or community

In addition to serving Arkansas law enforcement, we provide law enforcement training programs to police officers and sheriff deputies outside of Arkansas for a small fee.

All of CJI’s staff headed to the Winthrop Rockefeller Institute on Wednesday to take part in a Pizza Challenge, a team-b...
09/04/2026

All of CJI’s staff headed to the Winthrop Rockefeller Institute on Wednesday to take part in a Pizza Challenge, a team-building exercise where teams battled it out to create the best pizza recipe and the most memorable marketing campaign.

As it turns out, building a great pizza has a lot in common with building a great team. Everyone brought different ideas, skills, and personalities to the table, and the best results came from working together. Along the way, we discovered who naturally steps up as a leader, who keeps the team organized, and who has some very strong opinions about pizza toppings.

It was a great day away from the office, but we were all eager to get back to what we do best and put those skills to work serving you.

Hope you all have a great Labor Day weekend! Be Safe!

CJI was proud to host the 2026 Impaired Driving Conference, bringing together Arkansas' Certified Drug Recognition Exper...
09/04/2026

CJI was proud to host the 2026 Impaired Driving Conference, bringing together Arkansas' Certified Drug Recognition Experts (DREs) and Certified Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) Instructors for two days of advanced training and collaboration.

The conference focused on evolving drug trends, toxicology, legal updates, and DRE standards, providing attendees with valuable information to help identify, investigate, and prosecute impaired driving offenses.

Arkansas currently has 83 certified Drug Recognition Experts serving communities across the state. These highly trained officers are available to assist agencies that need support with impaired driving investigations and evaluations.

With Arkansas law enforcement officers issuing 9,941 DWI citations last year, the need for highly trained officers remains critical. Events like this conference help ensure our officers stay current on the latest research, methods, and best practices to keep Arkansas roadways safe.

Thank you to everyone who attended and to the DREs who continue to serve as a valuable resource for agencies across our state!

We're hiring an Online Learning Program Manager!Love creating great online learning experiences? Join CJI and help lead ...
09/01/2026

We're hiring an Online Learning Program Manager!

Love creating great online learning experiences? Join CJI and help lead the future of online learning for law enforcement professionals across Arkansas.

The position serves as a lead instructional designer while managing programs and projects, supervising assigned staff, modernizing digital content, and evaluating emerging learning technologies.

The position is expected to identify opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness, streamline processes, modernize technology, strengthen accessibility, and responsibly incorporate artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies.

Apply today: https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS/job/Little-Rock/Online-Learning-Program-Manager_R0090684

The Criminal Justice Institute will be closed on Wednesday, September 2, while our staff participates in a day of team b...
09/01/2026

The Criminal Justice Institute will be closed on Wednesday, September 2, while our staff participates in a day of team building.

We appreciate your support as we continue to invest in the growth and development of our team. We will be back in the office and ready to serve you on Thursday!

Ready to implement or enhance a drone program at your agency?Join us in North Little Rock on September 2 for Drones: Dev...
08/17/2026

Ready to implement or enhance a drone program at your agency?

Join us in North Little Rock on September 2 for Drones: Development, Implementation, and Certification Preparation for Law Enforcement.

In this one-day training, you'll learn how to navigate FAA requirements, select the right equipment and personnel, and build a safe, effective, and compliant sUAS program for your department.

Visit us online for more information:
https://www.cji.edu/drones-development-implementation-and-certification-preparation-for-law-enforcement/

Roadside Interview Techniques is coming to three locations across Arkansas this fall!Traffic stops are one of the most d...
08/14/2026

Roadside Interview Techniques is coming to three locations across Arkansas this fall!

Traffic stops are one of the most dangerous and unpredictable duties officers perform, but they also provide valuable opportunities to detect criminal activity, make arrests, and gather intelligence.

This 7-hour course gives officers practical skills to improve roadside interviews, recognize criminal indicators, effectively engage drivers and passengers, and enhance officer safety during every stop.

UPCOMING CLASSES:
August 26: Garland County Sheriff's Office
September 2: El Dorado Police Department
October 7: Bella Vista Police Department

Visit us online for more information:
https://www.cji.edu/roadside-interview-techniques/

Behind every great class is months of preparation.These photos show some of the work taking place now for our Recovery o...
08/13/2026

Behind every great class is months of preparation.

These photos show some of the work taking place now for our Recovery of Human Remains course scheduled for October 26-30. Our team begins months in advance, carefully setting up scenarios and allowing the ground to settle before officers ever step into the field.

This class is already full, but if you've been considering this training, keep watching for future offerings. It remains one of our most popular courses for a reason.

Don't miss out on the great training opportunities coming up! Check out the upcoming courses below and secure your spot ...
08/12/2026

Don't miss out on the great training opportunities coming up!

Check out the upcoming courses below and secure your spot early. Visit www.cji.edu to view the complete schedule and register today.

This week, officers were in CJI's computer lab for Foundations of How to Work a Digital Case, a three-day hands-on cours...
08/07/2026

This week, officers were in CJI's computer lab for Foundations of How to Work a Digital Case, a three-day hands-on course focused on the fundamentals of digital investigations.

Officers learned how to preserve, acquire, analyze, and present digital evidence from sources such as social media, email, cloud services, and mobile devices while building strong cases for prosecution.

Interested in expanding your digital forensics skills?

CJI and the Harding University Digital Forensics Lab offer additional free training opportunities in digital evidence, search warrants, phone extraction analysis, and courtroom testimony.

Learn more: https://www.cji.edu/cji-partners-with-harding-university-to-expand-digital-forensics-training/

Arkansas continues to strengthen its efforts to combat impaired driving through advanced law enforcement training. Congr...
07/31/2026

Arkansas continues to strengthen its efforts to combat impaired driving through advanced law enforcement training.

Congratulations to the officers who recently completed our Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) Instructor programs. Their dedication to professional development helps improve impaired driving detection and makes our roadways safer for everyone.

There are more training opportunities on the way:

📍 2026 Impaired Driving Conference
September 3-4, 2026
Wyndham Riverfront Hotel (North Little Rock)

This conference is for Certified Drug Recognition Experts and Certified Standardized Field Sobriety Instructors only. The conference will focus on the latest research, methods, and initiatives used to detect, evaluate, and prosecute the impaired driver.

📍 Drug Recognition Expert (DRE)
September 14-26, 2026
Criminal Justice Institute

This course certifies law enforcement officers as Drug Recognition Experts. Participants will learn classification of drugs and their observable effects. Applications are due August 31, 2026.

For information on these programs and other Traffic Safety initiatives, visit: https://www.cji.edu/programs/traffic-safety-program/

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