Program Overview

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Criminal Justice AAAS

Summary

Train with former and current law enforcement professionals and gain practical experience for a range of criminal justice careers. Choose from classes that are online, on-campus or both.

Completion Award

• Associate of Applied Arts and Sciences

Length of Study

• 90 Credits

Starting Quarter

• Fall, Winter, Spring

Location

• Online, On Campus

What You’ll Learn

1. Describe how the history and evolution of the role of law enforcement in the United States affects community attitudes and beliefs.
2. Break down real life law enforcement scenarios, describing the extent to which laws were enforced fairly, equitably, and ethically.
3. Generate questions to conduct a thorough investigation that build on available information, are appropriate to the situation, and demonstrate active listening.
4. Describe ways that law enforcement can build trust and relationships with the community.

In addition to the outcomes above, students will gain the skills and knowledge included in Shoreline Student Learning Outcomes (SSLOs): Communication, Critical Thinking, Equity & Social Justice, Information Literacy, and Quantitative & Symbolic Reasoning.

Courses & Requirements

Program Description

The Criminal Justice Associate in Applied Arts and Sciences degree is designed to prepare students for careers in law enforcement, criminal justice support, community outreach, corrections, private security as well as some legal/paralegal positions. Shoreline Community College works closely with local advisory committees and industry professionals to ensure students receive the knowledge and skills currently in demand by employers in the field. Students interested in pursuing a four-year baccalaureate degree in Criminal Justice should follow the Criminal Justice AA-DTA transfer degree planning guide.

AAAS Degree (90 Credits)

• GPA of 2.0 or better for the entire program required.

Program Prerequisites

• High School Diploma or GED and college placement.

General Education - 15 Credits

Communication Skills (5 Credits)

• Choose either ENGL& 101 or BTWRT 215.

Multicultural Understanding (5 Credits)

• Choose one of the following courses: CMST 203, GWS 284, HIST 245, AES 101.

Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning (5 Credits)

• Choose one of the following courses: Any college level MATH 100 level, MATH& 107, MATH& 141, MATH& 142, MATH& 146, MATH& 148, MATH& 151, MATH& 152, MATH& 163, MATH& 264, MATH 111, MATH 207, MATH 208, MATH 211, PHIL& 120, BUS 102.

Core Requirements - 20 Credits

• CMST& 101 Introduction to Communication
• PSYC& 100 General Psychology
• SOC& 101 Introduction to Sociology
• POLS& 101 Introduction to Political Science
• or
• POLS& 202 Introduction to United States Government and Politics

Criminal Justice Core Requirements - 40 Credits

First Quarter

• CJ& 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice
• PHIL 248 Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice

Second Quarter

• CJ& 110 Criminal Law

Third Quarter

• CJ 120 Administration of Justice

Fourth Quarter

• CJ 238 Criminal Evidence and Constitutional Law

Fifth Quarter

• Internship is recommended for either 5th or 6th quarter. It is only offered winter and spring quarters
• CJ 241 Principles of Investigation I

Sixth Quarter

• Internship is recommended for either 5th or 6th quarter. It is only offered winter and spring quarters
• CJ 249 Police Operations
• CJ 290 Internship

Criminal Justice Professional Electives - 15 Credits

• Choose from the following courses: CAST 102/SOC 102, CAST 202/SOC 202, CAST 285/GWS 285, CJ& 106, CJ 130, CJ 135/SOC 135, CJ 136/SOC 136, CJ 137/SOC 137, CJ 245, CJ 291, CJ 292, CJ 293, CJ 294, CJ 295, CJ 297, CJ 298, CJ 299, SOC 112.

Careers & Opportunities

The employment outlook is very good with job growth expected to continue over the next decade. Successful employment in many positions - particularly law enforcement positions - is dependent upon passing competitive entrance examinations, meeting various medical requirements and passing background investigations. Good performance and additional training can enhance opportunities for advancement.

Potential Employers

• Graduates can be employed by municipal, county, state or federal law enforcement, juvenile and adult correction facilities, private and corporate security/investigation firms.

Sample Degree Map

The following outline is designed to provide you with an example of what a full-time sequence of courses might look like. We strongly encourage every student to meet with an Academic Advisor to customize and adapt this example to suit individual needs.

Quarter 1 (typically Fall)

• CJ& 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice
• CJ 120 Administration of Justice
• Communication Skills (choose one):
  • ENGL& 101 English Composition I
  • BTWRT 215 Business Communications

Quarter 2

• CMST& 101 Introduction to Communication
• PHIL 248 Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice
• Quantitative Skills (choose one):
  • MATH& 107 Math in Society
  • MATH& 146 Introduction to Stats
  • PHIL& 120 Symbolic Logic

Quarter 3

• CJ& 110 Criminal Law
• POLS& 101 Introduction to Political Science
• Multicultural Understanding (choose one):
  • CMST 203 Communication for Social Change
  • GWS 284 Gender, Race and Class

Quarter 4

• PSYC& 100 General Psychology
• CJ 249 Police Operations
• Criminal Justice elective (choose one):
  • One course from the CAST certificate
  • One course from the CJAC certificate
  • Other approved elective

Quarter 5

• SOC& 101 Introduction to Sociology
• CJ 241 Principles of Investigation I
• Criminal Justice elective (choose one):
  • One course from the CAST certificate
  • One course from the CJAC certificate
  • Other approved elective

Quarter 6

• CJ 238 Criminal Evidence and Constitutional Law
• CJ 290 Internship
• Criminal Justice elective (choose one):
  • One course from the CAST certificate
  • One course from the CJAC certificate
  • Other approved elective

Tuition & Fees

Estimated Tuition & Fees

(does not include additional program or course fees, books, or supply costs)

Per Quarter | WA-Resident | Non-WA resident, US citizen, & Eligible non-citizen On Campus | Non-WA resident Non-US citizen¹ | Non-WA resident, US citizen Online Only ---|---|---|---|--- 1 credit | $126.47 | $246.49 | $327.01 | $144.67 5 credits | $632.35 | $1,232.45 | $1,635.05 | $723.35 12 credits (full-time) | $1,387.14 | $2,487.04 | $3,408.94 | $1,571.08 15 credits | $1,570.80 | $2,520.25 | $3,617.20 | $1,757.65

¹ Includes all International Students, both on campus and overseas online

Additional Fees

• Approximately $20 - $120 per quarter, depending on courses selected

Ways to Pay for School

Federal aid, scholarships, grants, and more are available to help you pay for school.

Program Advisor

• Linda Forst
• Rm 5378

Program Information

• Length of Program: 90 Credits
• Completion Award: A.A.A.S. Degree
• Enrollment: Fall (recommended), Winter, Spring
• Approximate Quarterly Costs: $35-115 (in addition to tuition, books and parking)
• Website:

Plan code: CJLCJAPT