Criminal Justice
Associate of Occupational Science Degree in Criminal Justice
The Associates of Occupational Science Degree in Criminal Justice will provide highly motivated individuals seeking a career in the criminal justice field the advantage to find a job in this exciting field. This program provides  students with a solid foundation and breadth of understanding in the areas of law, law enforcement, courts, corrections, and security. This understanding, together with the technical skills required in various specialized employment areas, will serve you well as you build a successful career in any of a number of criminal justice fields.

This degree program will include study in basic computer literacy, and you will be introduced to computerized systems used in police operations, sheriffs departments and corrections. Your education will be rounded out with general education courses in written and oral communication and mathematics. course study in composition and English grammar will give you the skills you need to write effective field notes, investigative and interviewing reports for presentation as evidence in a court of law.

The Associate of Occupational Science Degree in Criminal Justice program will provide student s with a broad spectrum of coursework in corrections, law enforcement, terrorism, private security, and investigations. The program is designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in the criminal justice field in both the public and private sector. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates can pursue entry level employment as police officer, sheriff's deputies, jailers, private security officers, homeland security officers, or other positions involved in public safety.

       Key Fields of Study:

  • Corrections

  • Juvenile Delinquency

  • Private Security

  • Police Operations, Procedures and Administration

  • Criminology

  • Criminal Psychology

  • Constitutional Law

  • Criminal Evidence and Investigation

  • Criminal Law and Procedures

  • Courts and Criminal Justice System

  • National and International Terrorism and Homeland Security

  • Community Policing

  • Gang Violence and Drugs

  • Victimization

  • White Collar and Organized Crime

 

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