The Criminal Justice curriculum is a two-year program that leads to an Associate of Applied Science Degree. The program prepares students for exciting careers in law enforcement, corrections, and private/industrial security.
Our program meets the needs of students who plan to enter their chosen careers right after graduation. Courses also provide continuing education to professionals already employed in the criminal justice field.
Students are required to successfully complete a minimum of 60 credits with a minimum grade point average of 2.0. If enrolling with the required math and English skills, students may complete the program in four full-time semesters or two years. Without the required math and English, studies will extend beyond two years.
Internships
Field experience is not only a wonderful way to learn information and acquire skills, it is the best way for students to “try out” careers. Internships are also a great opportunity to get job experience and make professional contacts that could prove invaluable for landing the first job after graduation. Clinton’s Criminal Justice Program is unique for the wide array of diverse internship settings available to students.
An Associate Degree in Criminal Justice prepares graduates for a career in or as a:
- State Police
- Municipal Police Departments
- Federal Law Enforcement
- State- and County-level Corrections Officers
- Deputy Sheriff
- Court Officer
- Private Security Officers and Campus Security
- Prepare students to have a thorough knowledge of the components of the criminal justice system and how they interact with each other.
- Prepare students for successful employment in the field of criminal justice or related fields.
- Prepare students to apply analytical skills and substantive knowledge to specific justice problems.
- Prepare students to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Minimum Degree Requirements (60 credits)
Foundations for College Success (3 Credits)
English (6 Credits)
Mathematics or Science (3-4 Credits)
One science elective in biology, chemistry, environmental science, physics, geology or science may be taken. Students who take a four-credit math or science class will be able to use 1 credit towards their free elective
OR
Criminal Justice (18 Credits)
Criminal Justice Electives (9 Credits)
Three course electives in criminal justice are required.