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.

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 %

 
* Further study (bachelor's degree) required | ** Study beyond bachelor's degree required

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