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Explore Academic Programs - Criminal Justice
This program is designed to prepare students for stable, rewarding careers in law enforcement, corrections, investigative services or other protective service fields at the local, state or federal level. Those who enjoy serving the community through protection, investigating criminal offenses and capturing and monitoring those who commit crimes are constantly needed to fill positions in these professions.
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Degrees and Certificates
Students may choose from two Associate of Applied Science degree programs including one focused on corrections. In addition, students may choose a one-year Certificate of Completion program.
| Degrees & Certificates | Delivery Mode |
|---|---|
| Criminal Justice (AAS) 60 credit hours, two years full time |
Central Campus Day Online Other US Locations (Camp Pendleton, Fort Greg-Adams, Fort Johnson, Fort Riley, Fort Novosel) |
| Criminal Justice, Corrections Specialization (AAS) 60 credit hours, two years full time |
Central Campus Day Online Other US Locations (Camp Pendleton) |
| Fire Service Administration (AAS) 60 credit hours, two years full time |
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| Criminal Justice Studies with Specialization (CC) 30 credit hours, one-year full time |
Central Campus Day Online Other US Locations (Fort Johnson, Fort Riley, Fort Novosel) |
| Fire Protection Technology (CC) 12 credit hours |
Central Campus Day Online Other US Locations (Fort Johnson) |
Transfer Agreements
Central Texas College offers 2 Plus 2 transfer agreements with four-year schools. This allows students to start at CTC and smoothly transfer to a bachelor’s program, with all courses counting toward their degree.
Transferring from Central Texas College to a four-year college or university is a popular path to a bachelor's degree.
Careers, Potential Earnings & Market Growth Rates
Police officer
Potential Earnings: $27 hourly, $56,801 annually
Market Growth Rate: 5 - 8 %
Corrections officer
Potential Earnings: $19.12 hourly, $39,781 annually
Market Growth Rate: 2 - 4 %
Probation or parole officer
Potential Earnings: $23.59 hourly, $49,060 annually
Market Growth Rate: 2 - 4 %
Correctional treatment specialist
Potential Earnings: $23.59 hourly, $49,060 annually
Market Growth Rate: 2 - 4 %
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Central Texas College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Central Texas College may also offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Central Texas College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).
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