Criminal Justice Certificate
Purpose Statement
This curriculum will prepare students for entry into a field of criminal justice by combining both academic and technical concepts. These fields have a high demand for well-trained and educated individuals who are committed to serve the public. Upon completion of this program, students may apply their coursework toward an associate degree program.
| First Semester | Course | Credit Hours |
| CRIJ 1301 | Introduction to Criminal Justice |
3
|
| CRIJ 1306 | Court Systems and Procedures |
3
|
| CRIJ 2314 | Criminal Investigation |
3
|
| Co-op in Criminal Justice OR Basic Jail Course* |
3/4 |
|
| Elective | Free Elective | 3 |
|
Total Hours:
|
15/16
|
|
| Second Semester | Course | Credit Hours |
| CRIJ 1307 OR CRIJ 1313 |
Crime in America OR Juvenile Justice |
3 |
| CRIJ 1310 | Fundamentals of Criminal Law |
3
|
| CRIJ 2313 | Correctional Systems and Practices |
3
|
| CRIJ 2328 | Police Systems and Practices | 3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I |
3
|
|
Total Hours:
|
15
|
*Students taking CJCR 1400 must take CJCR 1381 as a co-requisite.
