Earlier this summer, the Simmons College Police Department was awarded state Certification from the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission. The Commission honored Chief Sean Collins and members of the department for their commitment to a set of more than 160 established standards and policies that guide professionalism and delivery of police services to their constituents.

The Simmons Police Department joins an elite group of law enforcement agencies in Massachusetts, only 22% of which have certification or accreditation. Taking this step promotes accountability and provides independent, external validation of their policies and procedures.

Certification is a self-initiated process focused on policy development, emergency response planning, training, and communications. These skill sets are an integral part of the team’s dedication to the safety and security of everyone on campus.

In addition, this effort reinforces the department’s commitment to professionalism and transparency in service to the Simmons community, and reflects the important role the department plays in the Simmons experience.