Program Overview

Criminal Justice

This degree prepares you for entry-level employment in law enforcement and related occupations.

Career Pathway

• Education & Public Service

Related Programs

• Advanced Criminal Justice
• Foundations of Criminal Justice

Program Dean

Olugbemiga Adekunle

Faculty Contact

Trisha Kipps

Academic Advisors

• Vicky Stow (Student last name starts with A-J)
• Shelley Smith (Student last name starts with K-Z)

Program

• Associate of Applied Science Degree

Credit Hours

61

Program Information

Occupational Objectives: Career development for individuals seeking positions such as commercial and industrial security officer; local, state, or federal law enforcement officer; police officer; private or government investigator; or corrections officer. Students should note that the following qualifications are prerequisites for employment with many law enforcement agencies: (1) excellent physical condition, free from any physical or mental conditions which might adversely affect acceptance or performance as a law enforcement officer; (2) normal hearing, color vision, and eye function; (3) weight in proportion to height; (4) excellent moral character: no convictions of any crime involving moral turpitude or any felony, and no excessive number of traffic citations. A background investigation is usually conducted by the employing agency prior to employment.

Graduation Requirements

Students in all degree programs are required to take at least one Civic Engagement (CE) course to graduate.

Degree Requirements

• Criminal Justice Degree Requirements AAS
• Transfer Electives

Potential Careers

• Police Patrol Officer

Program Notes

This is a G3 program. Students may qualify for free tuition, fees, and books.