Associate Degree in Criminal Justice at Central Pennsylvania College |
Central Pennsylvania College
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Central Pennsylvania College is a Private for-profit, 4-year or above Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges with 1,104 students in Summerdale, PA.
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This school offers the following degree levels:
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate, Associate degree, Bachelor degree |
| Also, students of this school are eligible for federal aid such as Pell Grants and Direct Loans from the US Department of Education. |
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Mission:
Central Penn's mission is to provide an education that prepares its graduates to obtain employment in their chosen field, continue their education and be contributing members of society.
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Central Pennsylvania College
Associate degree
Criminal Justice
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Central Penn Advantages for Criminal Justice Majors
Prepare for employment in the public or private sector, in law enforcement or security with local, state, or federal agencies in corrections and rehabilitation
Receive hands-on learning in college facilities to include mock trials, mock jails, investigation of a crime scene, development of a mock police department, and regular work shifts with Central Penn Security Personnel
Learn to fingerprint, perform analysis on fibers, hairs, bloods, etc.
Prepare for possible certification as a Law Enforcement Analyst
Learn from professors who have first hand experience
Enjoy small class sizes and personalized instruction
Graduate well prepared for high demand and high-paying employment opportunities
Complete your studies in 18 months, plus an internship
What kind of work does a Criminal Justice graduate do?
You will learn to enforce laws, gather and compile statistical information, detect and apprehend criminals, prevent crime and delinquency, rehabilitate offenders, and provide safety and security to those around you. You will be prepared for work as a security officer, corrections officer, or law enforcement/police officer (you must be 21 years of age and pass required examinations to become a police officer in Pennsylvania).
Admissions Requirements
All applicants must complete four hours of observation with a criminal justice professional such as a law enforcement officer, security officer, correctional officer, or a professional working with an agency within the criminal justice system. Applicants must provide documentation of the observation from the criminal justice professional at the time of the admissions interview.
Each applicant will complete a security assessment form informing him of the requirement for successful completion of a criminal, motor vehicle, and credit check prior to the internship.
computer ability/word processing
business law/American government
psychology
English composition/public speaking
Who will I work for?
Through the years Central Penn has developed a close working relationship with many companies and organizations across Pennsylvania. As a result, Central Penn interns and graduates find the door open to them at a number of locations. A partial list of employers of Central Penn Criminal Justice graduates includes:
Cornell Abraxas South Mountain Secure Treatment Facility
Harrisburg Hilton & Towers
Mifflin County Police Department PA
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