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 %
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 |
|---|---|
Associate of Applied Science60 credit hours, two years full time |
Central Campus Evening & Weekend Other US Locations (Bolling AFB, Camp Pendleton, Elmendorf AFB, Fort Lee, Fort Leonard Wood, Fort Polk, Fort Richardson, Fort Riley, Fort Rucker, Fort Wainwright) |
Associate of Applied Science60 credit hours, two years full time |
Central Campus Evening & Weekend Other US Locations (Camp Pendleton) |
Associate of Applied Science60 credit hours, two years full time |
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Certificate of Completion30 credit hours, one year full time |
Central Campus Evening & Weekend Other US Locations (Elmendorf AFB, Fort Polk, Fort Richardson, Fort Riley, Fort Rucker, Fort Wainwright) |
Certificate of Completion30 credit hours, one year full time |
Central Campus Evening & Weekend Other US Locations (Fort Polk) |
