What can you do with this degree?
There are two programs available for this degree. The associate in arts is designed for students who plan to transfer to the university. The associate in applied science is designed for students who are seeking employment upon completion of a two-year degree in one of the following emphases: corrections, juvenile justice, or law enforcement. This degree will prepare you to obtain an entry-level position within the field of law enforcement, juvenile justice, or corrections.
What will you learn in this program? You will learn various aspects regarding criminal behavior and the administration of justice including court function, police function, and procedural criminal law.
What kinds of classes can you look forward to in this program?
Introduction to Administration of Justice You will learn the organization and jurisdiction of local, state, and federal law enforcement, judicial, and correctional systems along with their history and philosophy, career opportunities and qualifying requirements, terminology, and constitutional limitations of the system.
Crime and Delinquency This course will discuss deviance and society’s role in defining behavior. You will also learn theories of criminality, the economic, social, and psychological impact of crime, and the relationships between statistics and crime victimization.
Procedural Criminal Law You will gain an understanding of the rationale underlying major court holdings, the procedural requirements that stem from these holdings, and their effect on the daily operations of the criminal justice system.
How long will it take you to complete this degree? Taking classes full-time, you can complete the 64-credit degree in four semesters.
What classes do you need to take to fulfill the degree requirements? For a current checklist of the courses required for this program, click the link in the top-right corner of this page or contact a counselor by calling the Counseling Office at 344-7624. A counselor is available to meet with you about your educational goals.
Who can you call to find out more information about the program? For more information about this degree or its requirements, please call the Social Sciences and Fine Arts Division at (928) 344-7651.
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