Cert in Criminal Justice and Corrections

This certificate serves people who already work in, or plan to enter, the criminal justice system. Its emphasis lies where law and psychology meet. The fifteen-credit sequence is taught online and can begin in fall, winter or spring. It is relevant to those heading toward social work, case management, counseling, community outreach, corrections, community organizing, nursing, public health, legal studies or psychology. Anyone may enroll, since no eligibility requirements apply at the start. Courses can be taken entirely at a distance, which suits working professionals who need a flexible schedule. Credits earned here relate to the college's criminal justice degree, giving students a path to continue later. Enrollment is straightforward, and the program page points students toward financial aid, scholarships and advising help.