Certificate in Criminal Justice
The Certificate of Achievement in Criminal Justice prepares men and women for entry level positions such as police officer or deputy sheriff trainee, police cadet, community service officer, or public safety dispatcher. A great need exists for intelligent personnel with a commitment toward professional improvement in the justice system.
Certificate of Achievement Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students completing the Criminal Justice Certificate of Achievement will:
- Demonstrate an ability to write clearly and accurately about the administration of justice process using an appropriate vocabulary.
- Demonstrate critical and analytical thinking about issues in the administration of justice system.
- Demonstrate a comprehension and appreciation of the connections, contributions, experiences, and potential conflicts of various ethnic groups, races, and genders as they interact with the criminal justice system.
- Demonstrate an awareness of sciences and emerging technologies as it impacts the administration of justice.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| AJ 101 | Introduction to the Administration of Justice | 3 |
| AJ 102 | Concepts of Criminal Law | 3 |
| AJ 103 | Legal Aspects of Evidence | 3 |
| AJ 109 | Criminal Court Process | 3 |
| AJ 112 | Community and the Justice System | 3 |
| ENGL 101 | Reading and Composition | 4-5 |
| or ENGL 101H | Reading and Composition - Honors | |
| or ENGL 101E | Reading and Composition, Enhanced | |
| Select one (1) of the following courses: | ||
| Criminal Investigation | 3 | |
| Patrol Procedures | 3 | |
| Juvenile Procedures | 3 | |
| Narcotics and Vice Control | 3 | |
| Death Investigation | 3 | |
| Introduction to Probation and Parole | 3 | |
| Introduction to Corrections | 3 | |
| Control and Supervision in Corrections | 3 | |
| Correctional Interviewing and Counseling | 3 | |
| Legal Aspects of Corrections | 3 | |
| Introduction to Forensics | 3 | |
| Total Units | 22-23 | |
1-Year Curriculum Map Example
This map represents one possible pathway through the program and is only for reference.
*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.
Note: Substitute ENGL 101E (5 units) may be needed based on placement.
| Fall Term 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| AJ 101 | Introduction to the Administration of Justice | 3 |
| AJ 112 | Community and the Justice System | 3 |
| ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H |
Reading and Composition or Reading and Composition - Honors |
4 |
| Units | 10 | |
| Winter Term 1 | ||
| AJ 102 | Concepts of Criminal Law | 3 |
| Units | 3 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| AJ 103 | Legal Aspects of Evidence | 3 |
| AJ 109 | Criminal Court Process | 3 |
| AJ 105 |
Criminal Investigation or Patrol Procedures or Juvenile Procedures or Narcotics and Vice Control or Death Investigation or Introduction to Probation and Parole or Introduction to Corrections or Control and Supervision in Corrections or Correctional Interviewing and Counseling or Legal Aspects of Corrections or Introduction to Forensics |
3 |
| Units | 9 | |
| Total Units | 22 | |
Career Opportunities
There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.
To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.