BS Criminology PSG

CHED MEMORANDUM ORDER (CMO)
No. _______
Series of 2017
SUBJECT: POLICIES, STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES FOR THE BACHELOR

OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINOLOGY (BS Criminology) PROGRAM
In accordance with the pertinent provisions of Republic Act (RA) No. 7722, otherwise
known as the “Higher Education Act of 1994,” in pursuance of an outcomes-
based quality assurance system as advocated under CMO No. 46, s. 2012,
entitled “Policy Standards to Enhance Quality Assurance (QA) in Philippine
higher Education Through an Outcomes-Based and Typology-Based QA,” and by
virtue of Commission en banc Resolution No. _________, dated _______, the
following policies, standards and guidelines (PSGs) are hereby adopted and
promulgated by the Commission.
ARTICLE I
INTRODUCTION
Section 1. Rationale
Based on the Guidelines for the Implementation of CMO No. 46, s.

2012, this PSG implements the “shift to learning competency-based
standards/outcomes-based education.” It specifies the „core
competencies‟ expected of BS Criminology graduates “regardless of
the type of HEI they graduate from.” However, in “recognition of the
spirit of outcomes-based education and ... of the typology of HEIs,”
this PSG also provide “ample space for HEIs to innovate in the
curriculum in line with the assessment of how best to achieve learning
outcomes in their particular contexts and their respective missions ....”
ARTICLE II
AUTHORITY TO OPERATE
Section 2. Government Recognition
All private higher education institutions (PHEIs) intending to offer BS

Criminology must first secure proper authority from the Commission in
accordance with this PSG. All PHEIs with an existing BS Criminology
program are required to shift to an outcomes-based approach based
on this PSG. State universities and colleges (SUCs) and local
universities and colleges (LUCs) should likewise strictly adhere to the
provisions of these policies and standards.
ARTICLE III
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Per Section 13 of RA 7722, the higher education institution shall exercise academic
freedom in its curricular offerings but must comply with the minimum requirements for
specific academic programs, the general education distribution requirements, and the
specific professional courses.
Section 3. The Articles that follow give minimum standards and other
requirements and prescriptions. The minimum standards are
expressed as a minimum set of desired program outcomes which are
given in Article IV Section 6. The Technical Committee designed a
curriculum to attain such outcomes. This curriculum is shown in Article
V Section 9 as a sample curriculum. The number of units of this
curriculum is here prescribed as the “minimum unit requirement” under
Section 13 of RA 7722. In designing the curriculum the Technical
Committee employed a curriculum map which is shown in Article V
Section 10 as a sample curriculum map.
Using a learner-centered/outcomes-based approach the Technical

Committee also determined appropriate curriculum delivery methods
shown in Article V Section 10. The sample course syllabi given in
Article V Section 11 show some of these methods.
Based on the curriculum and the means of its delivery, the Technical
Committee determined the physical resource requirements for the
library, laboratories and other facilities and the human resource
requirements in terms of administration and faculty. See Article VI.
Section 4. The HEIs are allowed to design curricula suited to their own contexts
and missions provided that they can demonstrate that the same leads
to the attainment of the required minimum set of outcomes, albeit by a
different route. In the same vein, they have latitude in terms of
curriculum delivery and in terms of specification and deployment of
human and physical resources as long as they can show that the
attainment of the program outcomes and satisfaction of program
educational objectives can be assured by the alternative means they
propose.
The HEIs can use the CHED Implementation Handbook for

Outcomes-Based Education (OBE) and the Institutional Sustainability
Assessment (ISA) as a guide in making their submissions for Sections
16, 17 and 18 of Article VII.
This PSG takes off from the K-12 basic education system and on the
new GE program.
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ARTICLE IV
PROGRAM SPECIFICATIONS
Section 5. Program Description
5.1 Degree Name
The degree program described herein shall be called Bachelor of

Science in Criminology (B.S. Criminology).
5.2 Nature of the Field of Study

The field of criminology is the study of crime and the various agencies
of justice as they operate and react to crime, criminals and victims. It
is therefore the mission of the Criminology program to provide the
community with professionally competent and morally upright
graduates who can deliver efficient and effective services in crime
prevention, crime detection and investigation, law enforcement, public
safety, custody and rehabilitation of offenders, criminological research,
among others.
Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) offering the Criminology program
are envisioned as significant educational institutions actively and
continually involved in producing graduates who have the knowledge,
skills, attitude and values in addressing the problem of criminality in
the country and the character and competence to meet the challenges
of globalization in the field of criminology.
5.3 Program Goals
The program aims to:
 encourage research and inquiry on the nature, causes, treatment

or punishment of criminal behavior and how criminal justice
agencies function and respond to crime, criminals and victims.
 prepare the students for careers in crime prevention, law

enforcement, scientific crime detection, correctional administration,
public safety and allied fields;
 foster the values of leadership, integrity, accountability and

responsibility while serving their fellowmen, community and
country;
5.4 Specific Professions and Allied Fields/careers/occupations for

graduates
A graduate of B.S. Criminology is prepared for careers in the following
fields, among others:
Criminological Research
Scientific crime detection and investigation
Crime prevention
Law enforcement
Correctional administration
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Public Safety
Security management
Criminalistics
Academe
Section 6. Program Outcomes
The required minimum set of program outcomes are as follows:
6.1 Common to all programs in all types of schools
a. Articulate and discuss the latest developments in the specific field

of practice (PQF level 6 descriptor)
b. Effectively communicate orally and in writing using both English
and Filipino
c. Work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multi-
cultural teams (PQF level 6 descriptor)
d. Act in recognition of professional, social and ethical responsibility
e. Preserve and promote “Filipino historical and cultural heritage”
(based on RA 7722)
6.2 Common to the Criminal Justice Education
The minimum standards for the Criminal Justice Education program

are expressed in the following minimum set of learning outcomes:
a. Conduct criminological research and further studies

b. Ensure public safety and order maintenance
c. Prevent, suppress and control crime
d. Investigate and detect crime
e. Enforce laws, rules and regulations
f. Protect lives and properties
6.3 Specific to the graduates of the BS Criminology Program:
Graduates of the BS Criminology program equipped with relevant

knowledge, skills, attitude and values shall be able to:
a. conduct criminological research on crimes, crime causation,

victims, and offenders to include deviant behavior;
b. internalize the concepts of human rights and victim welfare
c. demonstrate competence and broad understanding in law
enforcement administration, public safety and criminal justice;
d. utilize criminalistics or forensic science in the investigation and
detection of crime;
e. apply the principles and jurisprudence of criminal law, evidence
and criminal procedure;
f. ensure offenders‟ welfare and development for their re-integration
to the community.
6.4 Common to a horizontal type as defined in CMO No. 46 s. 2012
For professional institutions: demonstrate a service a service

orientation in one‟s profession
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For colleges: an ability to participate in various types of
employment, development activities, and public discourses
particularly in response to the needs of the communities one
serves
For universities: an ability to participate in the generation of new
knowledge or in research and development projects
Graduates of State Universities and Colleges must, in addition, have

the competencies to support “national, regional and local development
plans.” (RA 7722)
A PHEI, at its option, may adopt mission-related program outcomes

that are not included in the minimum set.
Section 7. Sample Performance Indicators
Performance Indicators are specific, measurable statements

identifying the performance(s) required to meet the outcome;
confirmable through evidence.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

1. Know theories and principles in law
Demonstrate competence
enforcement administration, public safety,
and broad understanding in
criminal justice and human rights
law enforcement
administration, public
2. Apply theories and principles in law
safety, criminal justice and
enforcement administration, public safety,
human rights
criminal justice and human rights
ARTICLE V
CURRICULUM
Section 8. Curriculum Description
a. The B.S. in Criminology has a total of 177 units. The program is

comprised of the General Education components, professional
courses and practicum (On-the-Job Training/Community
Immersion)
b. The General Education courses are in accordance with the

requirements of CHED Memorandum Order No. 20, series 2013 –
General Education Curriculum (GEC): Holistic Understandings,
Intellectual and Civic Competencies.
c. There must be professional courses with a total of 121 credit units.
d. A two-semester, 540 hours Practicum 1 & 2/Community Immersion

with 6 credit units is a requirement where in the students are
assigned to different areas of the community. The Unique feature
of the program is the students‟ contribution to “police visibility”.
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Section 9. Sample Curriculum
9.1 Components
Outline of the Sample Curriculum for BS Criminology
I. General Education
A. Core Courses 24 units
SUBJECTS Lecture Lab Total

Understanding the Self (General
GE 3 0 3
Psychology)
GE Readings in Philippine History 3 0 3
GE The Contemporary World 3 0 3
Mathematics in the Modern World
GE 3 0 3
(Plane Trigonometry)
GE Purposive Communication 3 0 3
GE Art Appreciation 3 0 3
GE Science, Technology and Society (IT) 3 0 3
GE Ethics 3 0 3
TOTAL= 24 0 24
B. Elective Courses 9 units

EC Environmental Science 3 0 3
EC Gender and Society 3 0 3
EC The Entrepreneurial Mind 3 0 3
TOTAL= 9 0 9
C. Mandated Courses 3 units

PC Life and Works of Rizal 3 0 3
TOTAL= 3 0 3
II. Additional GE Courses 6 units

AdGE 1 Logic (Deductive and Inductive 3 0 3
Reasoning)
AdGE 2 General Chemistry (Organic) 2 1 3
TOTAL= 5 1 6
III. Physical Education 8 units

Physical Education 1
PE 1 2 0 2
(Fundamentals of Martial Arts)
PE 2 Physical Education 2 2 0 2
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(Arnis and Disarming Technique)
PE 3 2 0 2
(First aid and Water Safety)
PE 4 2 0 2
(Fundamentals of Marksmanship)
TOTAL= 8 0 8
IV. ROTC 6 units

ROTC 1 Military Science 1 3 0 3
TOTAL= 6 0 6
V. Professional Courses 121 units
A. Core Courses 19 Units

Introduction to Philippine Criminal
CLJ 1 3 0 3
Justice System
CLJ 2 Criminal Law (Book 1) 3 0 3
CLJ 4 Evidence 3 0 3
Criminal Procedure and Court
CLJ 5 3 0 3
Testimony
CLJ 6 Human Rights Education 3 0 3
19 19
B. Professional Courses 102 Units

Criminology 1 Introduction to Criminology 3 0 3
Professional Conduct and Ethical
Criminology 2 3 0 3
Standards
Criminology 3 Theories and Causes of Crime 3 0 3
Criminology 4 Victimology 3 0 3
Dispute Resolution and
Criminology 5 3 0 3
Crises/Incidents Management
Criminology 6 Crime Mapping and Measurement 2 1 3
Human Behavior & Juvenile
Criminology 7 3 0 3
Delinquency
Criminological Research 1
Criminology 8 (Research Methods with 3 0 3
Applied Statistics)
Criminological Research 2 (Thesis
Criminology 9 3 0 3
Writing and Presentation)
Law Enforcement Organization and
LEA 1 Administration (Inter-agency 4 0 4
approach)
LEA 2 Comparative Community Policing 3 0 3
Introduction to Industrial Security
LEA 3 3 0 3
Concepts
LEA 4 Planning and Operations 3 0 3
Forensic 1 Personal Identification Techniques 2 1 3
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Forensic 2 Forensic Photography 2 1 3
Forensic 3 Forensic Chemistry and Toxicology 3 2 5
Questioned Documents
Forensic 4 2 1 3
Examination
Forensic 5 Lie Detection Techniques 2 1 3
Forensic 6 Forensic Ballistics 2 1 3
Fundamentals of Criminal
CDI 1 4 0 4
Investigation and Intelligence
CDI 2 Specialized Crime Investigation 1 3 0 3
Traffic Management and Accident
3 0 3
CDI 3 Investigation with Driving
CDI 5 Technical English 1 (Legal Forms) 3 0 3
Technical English 2 (Investigative
CDI 6 Report Writing and 3 0 3
Presentation)
Fire Technology and Arson
CDI 7 3 0 3
Investigation
CDI 8 Drug Education and Vice Control 3 0 3
CDI 9 Introduction to Cybercrime 2 1 3
CA 1 Institutional Corrections 3 0 3
CA 2 Non-Institutional Corrections 3 0 3
CA 3 Therapeutic Modalities 2 0 2
Practicum (OJT 1) 270
CP 1 3 3
hours
Practicum (OJT 2) 270
CP 2 3 3
hours
102
TOTAL NO. OF UNITS = 177 UNITS
9.2 Program of Study
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINOLOGY
FIRST YEAR
1st Semester
SUBJECTS Lecture Lab Units

Understanding the Self (General
GE 3 0 3
Psychology)
GE Readings in Philippine History 3 0 3
GE Purposive Communication 3 0 3
GE Science, Technology and Society (IT) 3 0 3
EC Gender and Society 3 0 3
Crim 1 Introduction to Criminology 3 0 3
PE 1 Fundamentals of Martial Arts 2 0 2
TOTAL 23 0 23
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2nd Semester

GE The Contemporary World 3 0 3
GE Mathematics in the Modern World (Plane
3 0 3
Trigonometry)
GE Art Appreciation 3 0 3
GE Ethics 3 0 3
CLJ 1 Introduction to Philippine Criminal Justice
3 0 3
System
AdGE1 Logic (Deductive and Inductive
3 0 3
Reasoning)
PE 2 Arnis and Disarming Technique 2 0 2
ROTC 2 Military Science 2 /Law Enforcement
3 0 3
Service
TOTAL 23 0 23
SECOND YEAR
1st Semester

EC Environmental Science 3 0 3
PC Life and Works of Rizal 3 0 3
Crim 3 Theories and Causes of Crime 3 0 3
Crim 4 Victimology 3 0 3
LEA 1 Law Enforcement Organization and 4 0 4
Administration
LEA 2 Comparative Community Policing 3 0 3
LEA 3 Introduction to Industrial Security 3 0 3
Concepts
EC The Entrepreneurial Mind 3 0 3
PE 3 First aid and Water Safety 2 0 2
TOTAL 27 0 27
2nd Semester

AdGE 2 General Chemistry (Organic) 2 1 3
Forensic 1 Personal Identification Techniques 2 1 3
CDI 1 Fundamentals of Investigation and 4 0 4
Intelligence
CDI 3 Traffic Management and Accident 3 0 3
Investigation with Driving
LEA 4 Professional Conduct and Ethical 3 0 3
Standards
Forensic 2 Forensic Photography 2 1 3
PE 4 Fundamentals of Marksmanship 2 0 2
TOTAL 21 3 24
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THIRD YEAR
1st Semester

Forensic 3 Forensic Chemistry and Toxicology 3 2 5
CLJ 6 Human Rights Education 3 0 3
CA 1 Institutional Corrections 3 0 3
CDI 5 Technical English 1 (Legal Forms) 3 0 3
Crim 5 Dispute Resolution and Crises/Incidents 3 0 3
Management
Forensic 4 Questioned Documents Examination 2 1 3
TOTAL 23 3 26
2nd Semester

Crim 6 Crime Mapping and Measurement 2 1 3
Crim 7 Human Behavior and Juvenile 3 0 3
Delinquency
CDI 7 Fire Technology and Arson 3 0 3
Investigation
CDI 8 Drug Education and Vice Control 3 0 3
CDI 6 Technical English 2 (Technical Report 3 0 3
Writing and Presentation)
CDI 9 Introduction to Cybercrime 2 1 3
Forensic 5 Lie Detection Techniques 2 1 3
TOTAL 22 3 25
FOURTH YEAR
1st Semester

CLJ 4 Evidence 3 0 3
CA 2 Non-Institutional Corrections 3 0 3
Crim 8 Criminological Research 1 3 0 3
Forensic Forensic Ballistics 2 1 3
6
CrimPrac Practicum (OJT 1) 3 0 3
1 (270 hrs)
14 1 15
TOTAL
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2nd Semester
Lecture Lab.
SUBJECTS Units
CLJ 5 Criminal Procedure and Court 3 0 3
Testimony
LEA 4 Planning and Operations 3 0 3
CrimSoc Criminological Research 2 3 0 3
9
CrimPrac Practicum (OJT 2) 3 0 3
2 (270 hrs)
CA 3 Therapeutic Modalities 2 0 2
TOTAL 14 14
Section 10. Practicum/On-the-Job training and Community Immersion

Requirement
A two-semester Practicum/Community Immersion is required in the

Bachelor of Science in Criminology program. It will be undertaken by
the students in the 1st and 2nd Semester of the 4th curriculum year
level and they will be assigned to different areas of the community.
The unique feature of the program is the student‟s contribution to
“police visibility”.
Students undergoing Practicum shall submit a research report which

shall be case Study or a Case Analysis. The report will integrate the
theories into the practicum experiences in the place where the
students have been assigned. It should reflect the student‟s
involvement in the enforcement of the law. The research report shall
be submitted after the semester, to the faculty committee and
approved by the Head of the Criminology department, as a
requirement of the course.
There shall be a link-up of the school with accredited police or security

training centers, DILG, NBI, NAPOLCOM, PNP, Crime Laboratory,
Corrections and Rehabilitation Training Center, Fire Stations,
Probation and Parole Administration and Bureau of Immigration.
Community Immersion shall maintain an accurate record of activities
of students undergoing the said program.
The school shall ensure ample protection to life and limb of students
through insurance which will be taken on the student‟s account, and
other appropriate safety nets.
Section 11. Sample Curriculum Map
a. Conduct criminological research on crimes, crime causation,

victims, and offenders to include deviant behavior;
b. Internalize the concepts of human rights and victim welfare
c. Demonstrate competence and broad understanding in law
enforcement administration, public safety and criminal justice;
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d. Utilize criminalistics or forensic science in the investigation and
detection of crime;
e. Apply the principles and jurisprudence of criminal law, evidence
and criminal procedure;
f. Ensure offenders‟ welfare and development for their re-integration
to the community.
Program Outcomes
Professional Courses A B C D E F
Introduction to Philippine Criminal Justice
System (to include JJ) I I
Comparative Criminal Justice System I I I
Criminal Law (Book 1) I D D
Criminal Law (Book 2) I D D
Evidence D D P D
Criminal Procedure and Court Testimony D D P D
Professional Conduct and Ethical
D D
Standards
Human Rights Education D D D
Introduction to Criminology I I
Theories and Causes of Crime P P
Human Behavior and Juvenile
P I I I P
Delinquency
Victimology P P I
Dispute Resolution and Crises/Incidents
Management P D I I
Crime Mapping and Measurement P P P
Criminological Research 1 P
Criminological Research 2 D I P P
Law Enforcement Organization and
Administration P I
Introduction to Industrial Security
I I
Concepts
Comparative Policing System P
Personal Identification Techniques I D I
Forensic Photography I D I
Forensic Chemistry and Toxicology I D I
Questioned Documents Examination I D I
Lie Detection Techniques I D I
Forensic Ballistics I D I
Fundamentals of Criminal Investigation
P P P P
and Intelligence
Specialized Crime Investigation 1 P P P P
Specialized Crime Investigation 2 P P P P
Traffic Management and Accident
P P P P
Investigation With Driving
Technical English 1 (Legal Forms) P P P
Technical English 2 (Technical Report
Writing and Presentation) P P P
Fire Technology and Arson P P P P
Drug Education and Vice Control P P P P
Introduction to Cybercrime I I I
Institutional Corrections P P
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Program Outcomes
Professional Courses A B C D E F
Non-Institutional Corrections P P P
Therapeutic Modalities P P
Practicum (OJT 1) D D D D D D
Practicum (OJT 2) D D D D D D
Legend:
I – Introduced,
P – Practiced skills with supervision,
D – Demonstrated skills, without supervision.
Section 12. Sample Means of Curriculum Delivery
The B.S. Criminology curriculum adheres to a learner-centered

paradigm. It begins with clearly stated competencies students must
acquire and demonstrate at the end of the four-year program.
Appropriate teaching-learning strategies facilitate the acquisition of
these competencies. Under this paradigm, students are the subject of
the learning process enabling them to achieve their full
potential. The teaching-learning process is interactive, participatory,
collaborative and experiential. The teacher is a mentor, facilitator
and collaborator.
The following methodologies/strategies may be used:
Lecture / discussion
Use of cooperative / active learning strategies such as games, role
play, project-based learning, dialogues, journals, buzz sessions,
brain storming, concept mapping, think-pair-share, counsel
brainstorming exercise
Return demonstration
Scenario-thinking
Exposure trip (local or international)
Community/Industry immersion
Self-assessment
Reflective learning experience
Case analysis
Creation of individual learning portfolio
Community/Industry mapping exercise
Critique or reflections Partnership and linkage
Section 13. Sample Syllabi for Selected Core Courses
See Annex A
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ARTICLE VI
REQUIRED RESOURCES
Section 14. Program Administration
The College of Criminal Justice shall be a distinct and separate

college headed by a full-time Dean who must be a holder of Doctoral
Degree in Criminology or other allied courses such as Psychology,
Sociology, Public Safety, and Doctor of Laws, with credentials duly
authenticated by the Commission or as may be allowed by the rules.
He must have had at least 5 years teaching and 3 years
administrative/supervisory experience.
The Criminology Department shall be under the College of Criminal

Justice. It shall be administered by a full-time department head who
must be a graduate of B.S. Criminology and at least M.S. in
Criminology with credentials duly authenticated by the Commission or
as may be allowed by the rules; a registered Criminologist; and with at
least 3 years teaching and 1 year supervisory experience.
In case the College of Criminal Justice has only a Criminology

Department, the College dean may serve as Department Head in
concurrent capacity.
Section 15. Faculty
14.1 Faculty members teaching professional courses shall be holders of at

least masters and baccalaureate degrees in Criminology, with
credentials duly authenticated by the Commission or as may be
allowed by the rules, registered professionals, practitioners for at least
three (3) years and preferably with at least one (1) year teaching
experience.
14.2 Faculty members in technical fields of Criminalistics such as

questioned Documents, Forensic Ballistics, Police Photography and
Dactyloscopy shall have at least two (2) years experience and / or
related training in said fields.
14.3 Baccalaureate degree holders in any related field of specialization with

masters degree in any of the following related fields – Public Safety
Administration, National Security Administration, Police Science,
Police Administration, Criminal Justice and with at least one (1) year
of teaching experience can teach the professional courses.
14.4 At least 50% of the professional courses offered should be taught by

full-time faculty members.
14.5 Faculty members shall be encouraged by the school to undertake

research and other related development activities for purpose of
professional growth.
14.6 For effective instruction in laboratory courses, the ratio of technical

instructor to students should not be more than one is to forty (1:40).
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14.7 Faculty members teaching General Education courses shall have at
least masters degree in their field of specialization.
Section 15. Library
15.1 Library personnel, facilities and holdings should conform to existing

CHED requirements for libraries which are embodied in a separate
CHED issuance. The library must maintain a collection of updated and
appropriate/suitable textbooks and references used for core courses
in the curriculum. Library resources should complement curriculum
delivery to optimize the achievement of program outcomes for the BS
Criminology program.
Section 16. Laboratory and Physical Facilities
16.1 There shall be a separate office for with amenities for the
dean/chairman/ faculty and staff.
16.2 Classrooms. They must be well-lighted and well-ventilated. They

should be equipped with adequate facilities such chairs, instructor‟s
podium / table, white / black board and others.
16.3 Laboratory. They should be provided with adequate water supply,

specific laboratory equipment, lighting and ventilation.
16.4 Specialized Laboratory. The following shall be maintained: (1)

Gymnasium or facility for defensive tactics with needed amenities, (2)
interrogation room with a one-way mirror, (3) demonstration room
forensic photography, (4) laboratory for questioned documents,
ballistics, polygraphy, dactyloscopy, forensic chemistry and toxicology
(5) observation room, (6) permanent crime scene room, (7) moot
court room, (8) target range, (9) swimming pool, (10) bullet recovery
and firearm storage facility, (11) basic firefighting and rescue
equipment, and (12) first aid equipment.
In the event that the school cannot comply with the provision for
appropriate target range with different types of firearms practice,
provisions for the use of swimming pool for first-aid and water safety,
life-saving equipment for fire drill, pumps and accessories for
suppressing fire, a Memorandum of Agreement with appropriate
government agencies or private entities shall be considered as a
substantial compliance with these requirements.
ARTICLE VII
COMPLIANCE OF HEIs
Using the CHED Implementation Handbook for OBE and ISA as reference, a HEI
shall develop the following items which will be submitted to CHED when they apply
for a permit for a new program or the approval of the transformation of existing
programs to outcomes-based framework:
Section 17. The complete set of program outcomes, including its proposed
additional program outcomes.
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Section 18. Its proposed curriculum, and its justification including a curriculum
map.
Section 19. Proposed performance indicators for each outcome. Proposed
measurement system for the level of attainment of each indicator.
Section 20. Proposed outcomes-based syllabus for each course.
Section 21. Proposed system of program assessment and evaluation
Section 22. Proposed system of program Continuous Quality Improvement

(CQI).
ARTICLE VIII
TRANSITORY, REPEALING and EFFECTIVITY PROVISIONS
Section 23. Transitory Provision
All private HEIs, state universities, and colleges (SUCs) and local
universities and colleges (LUCs) with existing authorization to operate
Bachelor of Science in Criminology program are hereby given a period
of three (3) years from the effectivity thereof to fully comply with all
the requirements in this CMO. However, the prescribed minimum
curricular requirements in this CMO shall be implemented starting
Academic Year 2018-2019.
Section 25. Repealing Clause
This Order supersedes all previous issuances concerning

BS Criminology program which may be inconsistent or contradictory
with any of the provisions hereof.
Section 26. Effectivity Clause
This CMO shall take effect fifteen days after its publication on the
official Gazette, or in a newspaper of national circulation. This CMO
shall be implemented beginning Academic Year 2018-2019.
Quezon City, Philippines, _______________________, 2017.
For the Commission:
PATRICIA B. LICUANAN, PhD

Chairperson
Attachments:
Annex A : Sample Syllabi for Selected Core Courses

Annex B : Course Description and Specifications
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ANNEX A
SAMPLE SYLLABI FOR SELECTED CORE COURSES
Course Name: Police Patrol Operations with Police Communications

System
Course Description
The course covers the organizational set-up of a patrol force, its functions and
responsibilities, to include types of patrol, strategies, tactics and techniques; patrol
supervision; and, its functional relationships with other police units. It includes study
of the various systems of police communications like the telephone, radio, TV and
teletype; techniques in transmission of messages thru the various media and its
application to the requirements of police administration and operations; use of police
call boxes and 2-way radio. It also includes instruction on the use of modern
electronic gadgets on the transmission of messages such as the use of signal lights
and flares.
Police Communication System is integrated to this course. It includes the study of
the various systems of police communications like the telephone, radio, TV and
teletype; techniques in transmission of messages thru the various media and its
application to the requirements of police administration and operations; use of police
call boxes and 2-way radio. It also includes instruction on the use of modern
electronic gadgets on the transmission of messages such as the use of signal lights
and flares.
Pre-requisite/s:
Co-requisite/s:
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I. DETAILED COURSE OUTLINE:
PERFORMANCE COURSE OUTCOMES Teaching Learning

PROGRAM OUTCOMES COURSE TOPICS Assessment Tasks
INDICATOR (ILO-Course Level) Activities (TLAs)
i. apply knowledge, skills in 1. Know the principles, 1.1 Understand the Importance of
law enforcement types and techniques in importance and purpose of patrol function Lecture Written and Oral
administration patrol function. patrol function. Goals and Interactive discussion Examinations
functions of Reporting / Multimedia Recitation
1.2 Discuss and explain patrol presentation
the different patrol Police Patrol
methods, techniques and Method
procedures.
2. Demonstrate the different 2.1 Conduct and perform Procedures of Group Work Practical
techniques in patrol different patrol techniques patrol Interactive discussion Demonstration
function. and procedures. Film-video Showing Written and Oral
Examinations
Course Name: Criminalistics 1 - Personal Identification
Course Description
The course covers the fundamental study of ancient and modern methods of
personal identification with emphasis on Dactyloscopy, Orthodontology and
Palmistry, which embraces the identification and comparison of fingerprint patterns
and ridge characteristics; the scientific method of recognition, development and
preservation of latent prints; and the recording and classifying of fingerprints that
include the Henry System and the FBI Extension.
Pre-requisite/s:
Co-requisite/s:
II. DETAILED COURSE OUTLINE:
COURSE
Teaching Learning Assessment
PROGRAM OUTCOMES PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES (ILO- COURSE TOPICS
Activities (TLAs) Tasks
INDICATOR Course Level)
eg. apply knowledge, 1. Know the 1.1 Identify the Finger print
skills essential to the principles in finger different finger print characteristics and Lecture Written and
practice of crime print identification, ridge characteristics, formation Interactive discussion Oral
detection and classification and formation and Finger print patterns Reporting / Multimedia Examinations
investigation and fields of filing to be used in patterns. Techniques in taking or presentation Recitation
criminalistics crime detection and lifting finger prints
investigation. 1.2 Illustrate the Classification and filing
different finger print of finger prints
2. Describe the patterns.
different kinds of
finger print patterns. 1.3 Demonstrate the
taking or lifting of
finger prints.
1.4 Perform finger

print classification
and filing.
ANNEX B
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS
Physical Education 1 - Fundamentals of Martial Arts
The course deals with the study of karate as a means of self-defense for law
enforcement officers. It includes the instructions on Hand to hand combat, the
safety falls, kick, throws, fighting stances, pushing and open hand strikes, hand grips
and grabbing, head lock and hammer lock, training and conditioning of the body
through calisthenics, developing force and flexibility.
3 hours a week; 1 semester; (2 unit credit)
Physical Education 2 - Arnis and Disarming Technique
The course deals with the study and practice of Arnis not only as a National Sport but
also as a means of self-defense and disarming techniques for law enforcement
officer. The study puts emphasis on special instructions in physical conditioning,
unarmed defense tactics, offensive and defensive procedures, pistol disarming,
defense against knife and club attacks. It also includes the application of the
different principles of aiki-do, long stick, police baton, taekwon-do, Thai boxing and
other forms of martial arts.
3 hours a week; 1 semester; (2 units)
Physical Education 3 - First aid and Water Safety
The course deals with the basic principles of basic first aid in emergencies:
application of artificial respiration and treatment of shock; first aid in cases involving
burns, bone injuries, poisoning, strokes, fainting and convulsion, immobilizing and
transferring the victim to a place of safety, and transporting vehicular injured to the
hospital. It also includes a special instruction in swimming and forms of rescue
operation, resuscitation in the recovery of submerged victims, safety measures and
accident prevention.
Physical Education 4 - Fundamentals of Marksmanship
The course deals with combat shooting course for police officers; practice in the use
of handguns, riot guns, and machineguns in defense combat; firing at moving and
stationary targets; training in firearms shooting positions; practice in quick draw
techniques and night firing.
ROTC 1 - Military Science 11 and 12
The course shall mold students of the values of citizenship, nationalism, patriotism,
leadership, service to the community, personal responsibility, discipline, respect,
good manners, right conduct, and a sense of accomplishment while instilling in them
self-esteem and teamwork. This would include the Cadet Physical Organization and
Orientation, General Military Subjects, Small Unit Tactics, Individual and Unit
Training, Marksmanship, Individual Protective Measures, Familiarization
Firing, Basic Obstacle Course, Map Reading, Drills and Ceremonies.

ROTC 2 - Military Science 21 and 22/Law Enforcement Service
The course shall mold students of the values of citizenship, nationalism, patriotism,
leadership, ethics and values, service to the community, personal responsibility,
discipline, respect, good manners, right conduct, and a sense of accomplishment
while instilling in them self-esteem and teamwork. This would include the Cadet
Physical Organization and Orientation, General Military Subjects, Small Unit Tactics,
Individual and Unit Training, Marksmanship, Individual Protective Measures,
Familiarization Firing, Basic Obstacle Course, Map Reading, Drills and Ceremonies.
Criminology 1 - Introduction to Criminology
Course Description:
This course presents an overview and historical development of the study of

criminology, victimology, etiology of crime and criminal behavior, different schools of
thought in crime causation; overview of the theories that explain learning, human
behavior, deviant and delinquent behavior; the interrelation of criminology in other
fields such as Sociology, Psychology, Law, Forensic Science, Penology and Criminal
Justice; the law governing the practice of the criminology profession in the
Philippines and in other countries.
Suggested References:
Reid, Sue Titus (2014). Crime and Criminology, The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
Adler, Mueller and Laufer (2007). Criminology, The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
Atty. Manuel L. Dulnuan, Jr. (2003). Victimless Crimes in Philippine Perspective, Rex
Printing Company, Inc.
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CHED MEMORANDUM ORDER (CMO)

SUBJECT: POLICIES, STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES FOR THE BACHELOR

Based on the Guidelines for the Implementation of CMO No. 46, s.

Section 2. Government Recognition

All private higher education institutions (PHEIs) intending to offer BS

Using a learner-centered/outcomes-based approach the Technical

The HEIs can use the CHED Implementation Handbook for

Section 5. Program Description

5.1 Degree Name

The degree program described herein shall be called Bachelor of

5.2 Nature of the Field of Study

5.3 Program Goals

The program aims to:

 encourage research and inquiry on the nature, causes, treatment

 prepare the students for careers in crime prevention, law

 foster the values of leadership, integrity, accountability and

5.4 Specific Professions and Allied Fields/careers/occupations for

Section 6. Program Outcomes

The required minimum set of program outcomes are as follows:

6.1 Common to all programs in all types of schools

a. Articulate and discuss the latest developments in the specific field

6.2 Common to the Criminal Justice Education

The minimum standards for the Criminal Justice Education program

a. Conduct criminological research and further studies

6.3 Specific to the graduates of the BS Criminology Program:

Graduates of the BS Criminology program equipped with relevant

a. conduct criminological research on crimes, crime causation,

6.4 Common to a horizontal type as defined in CMO No. 46 s. 2012

For professional institutions: demonstrate a service a service

Graduates of State Universities and Colleges must, in addition, have

A PHEI, at its option, may adopt mission-related program outcomes

Section 7. Sample Performance Indicators

Performance Indicators are specific, measurable statements

PROGRAM OUTCOMES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Section 8. Curriculum Description

a. The B.S. in Criminology has a total of 177 units. The program is

b. The General Education courses are in accordance with the

c. There must be professional courses with a total of 121 credit units.

d. A two-semester, 540 hours Practicum 1 & 2/Community Immersion

Outline of the Sample Curriculum for BS Criminology

A. Core Courses 24 units

SUBJECTS Lecture Lab Total

B. Elective Courses 9 units

SUBJECTS Lecture Lab Total

C. Mandated Courses 3 units

SUBJECTS Lecture Lab Total

II. Additional GE Courses 6 units

SUBJECTS Lecture Lab Total

III. Physical Education 8 units

SUBJECTS Lecture Lab Total

IV. ROTC 6 units

V. Professional Courses 121 units

A. Core Courses 19 Units

B. Professional Courses 102 Units

TOTAL NO. OF UNITS = 177 UNITS

9.2 Program of Study

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINOLOGY

SUBJECTS Lecture Lab Units

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