Criminal Justice, CA

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CODE: CRJ-CT | TOTAL CREDITS: 30 | FINANCIAL AID ELIGIBILITY: Eligible

GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

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DESCRIPTION

The Certificate of Achievement in Criminal Justice is intended to provide students with the skills, abilities, and knowledge needed in order to become criminal justice practitioners. The certificate addresses both the legal and professional aspects of the criminal justice system while integrating crime control and identifying factors that contribute to deviant behavior. The certificate prepares students seeking entry-level employment in some positions within the field.

COMPUTATION & HUMAN RELATIONS COMPONENTS

Computation: CRJ 270
Human Relations: CRJ 104

ACADEMIC MAPS

Academic Map: CA Criminal Justice

Student Learning Outcomes

Summarize the three components (police, corrections, and the courts) of the criminal justice system and the workings of these institutions in society.
Compare and contrast society’s concept of justice with the limitations of the criminal justice system.
Analyze the overall problem of crime in the United States, including different types of crimes.
Evaluate current issues related to crime prevention and rehabilitation of offenders.

General Education Requirements

TOTAL GENERAL EDUCATION CREDITS: 3

Communications (3 Credits)

COM 101 - Oral Communication

Special Program Requirements

TOTAL SPECIAL PROGRAM CREDITS: 27

Core Requirements (21 Credits)

CRJ 104 - Introduction to Administration of Justice
and CRJ 107 - Introduction to Ethics in Criminal Justice
and CRJ 120 - Community Relations
and CRJ 130 - Survey of Criminal Law
and CRJ 225 - Criminal Evidence
and CRJ 270 - Introduction to Criminology
and CRJ 288 - Second Year Capstone in Criminal Justice

Electives (Choose 6 Credits)

any CRJ prefix course not used above