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.
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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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 (Bolling AFB, Camp Pendleton, Elmendorf AFB, Fort Lee, Fort Leonard Wood, Fort Polk, Fort Richardson, Fort Riley, Fort Rucker) Europe |
| 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 |
Central Campus Day Online |
| Criminal Justice Studies with Specialization (CC) 30 credit hours, one-year full time |
Central Campus Day Online Other US Locations (Elmendorf AFB, Fort Polk, Fort Richardson, Fort Riley, Fort Rucker) |
| Fire Protection Technology (CC) 12 credit hours |
Central Campus Day Online Other US Locations (Fort Polk) |
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Central Texas College provides accessible and quality educational opportunities that support a diverse student population and promotes student success, completion and employability.
Central Texas College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees and certificates of completion. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Central Texas College.
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