The Criminal Justice major provides students with knowledge about the nature and causes of crime and delinquency, law and the legal system for juveniles and adults in American society, and the decision-making processes of criminal justice agencies. The purpose of a Criminal Justice major within a liberal arts framework is to develop the knowledge, values, and ethical consciousness that are essential for becoming successful managers and leaders in...
First Semester CRJ-101 Introduction to Criminal Justice
CRJ-113 The Juvenile Justice Process
WEX-101 Dynamics of Health and Fitness
WRT-101 English Composition I
Elective Humanities Elective
Elective Social Science Elective
Second Semester
CRJ-109 Contemporary Issues in Policing
WRT-201 English Composition II
Elective Humanities Elective
Elective Humanities Elective
Elective Social Science Elective
Elective WEX— Dynamics of...
Criminal Justice program also provides a solid base in business and technology while preparing you with the skills required for entry-level positions in a variety of agencies administering justice, including local police and corrections departments, state and federal agencies, and private and corporate security operations.
Criminal Justice program also provides a solid base in business and technology while preparing you with the skills required for entry-level positions in a variety of agencies administering justice, including local police and corrections departments, state and federal agencies, and private and corporate security operations.
In this Criminal Justice program, students will learn both the theory and skill applications in the Criminal Justice field, in preparation for entry-level careers in police, courts, security and corrections. Students will take course work to learn how to interpret crime statistics, write criminal justice reports, interpret criminal evidence, and work in the criminal justice system.
Graduates of the Criminal Justice program will be able to seek entry-level...
The Criminal Justice program offers career preparation for law enforcement at the local, state, or federal level; corrections; private security; and other criminal justice work. Courses also provide upgrading of skills for those currently in the field.
A student planning on studies at the baccalaureate level should work closely with a Criminal Justice advisor to select courses that will be acceptable to the college and program to which the student...
The Criminal Justice program provides you with the education you will need to meet the academic requirements to apply as a law enforcement officer, security personnel or other position that requires knowledge in criminal justice.
The demand for public and private safety has increased since the establishment of the Department of Homeland Security and the funding of security grants throughout the country. This has lead to an increase in the requirement...
General Studies
THEO 110 Exploring the Christian Faith
BIBL 215 Old Testament Literature, or
BIBL 216 New Testament Literature
COMM 171 Speech Communication
ENGL 101 Written Communication II
PSYC 182 General Psychology
SOC 151 Principles of Sociology
MATH 111 Basic Probability & Statistics
PHIL 150 Logical & Critical Thinking
PHED 100 Lifelong Physical Awareness
PHED 112-136 Physical Education Activity
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Criminal Justice is the scientific study of crime. This program is designed to broaden students‘ awareness of the extent and character of crime and the method our society uses to deal with criminals, including the social importance and legal responsibilities of law enforcement officers. This course of study is intended for individuals working in the field of law enforcement as well as for the student who will eventually transfer to a four-year college...
1. Demonstrate knowledge of basic concepts of criminal justice.
2. Identify and understand the three components of the criminal justice system.
3. Distinguish between the functions of each component.
4. Understand how each component relies on, and interacts with, each other.
5. Understand the biological, psychological, environmental and cultural influences on behavior....
Students who complete the suggested two-year curriculum in criminal justice will be prepared for transfer into four-year bachelor's degree programs. Since each school has slightly different requirements to complete the degree, it is important that students be in contact with the transfer school when planning a program of study.
Major concentration options include law enforcement, corrections and security. Those who complete the two year program may...
The Administration of Justice Program offers practical and technical instruction designed to meet the increasing demand for criminal justice system employees, and to provide an opportunity for current employees to upgrade their skills. Specialized courses in areas related to your own professional and academic interests may be chosen. You may select from courses in criminal law, legal aspects of evidence,...
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