AA/AS in Criminal Justice and Corrections

This applied associate degree trains students for careers in criminal justice with instruction from people who have worked, or still work, in law enforcement. Classes may be taken online, on campus or in a mix of both. The degree totals ninety credits and starts in fall, winter or spring. A sample degree map is provided for planning. Graduates may find positions with municipal, county, state or federal agencies, in juvenile and adult corrections, and with private security or investigation companies. Many law enforcement jobs also require passing entrance exams, medical checks and background investigations. Students who finish the degree gain a solid base in the field and can combine online and campus classes to fit work and family schedules. Related options at the college include the criminal justice certificate and support services program.