Program: ASCRJLE - Associate of Science
Mission
The mission of the Associate Degree Criminal Justice Department is to prepare students for a career in the field of criminal justice at the local, state, and federal level. This program works to enhance the importance of understanding and compassion in the application of the law. Intellectual awareness is stressed by the faculty.
The Criminal Justice Program is designed to prepare students for careers in criminal justice. Examples include law enforcement, corrections, probation, parole, and private security. The curriculum stresses the integration of job skills with an understanding of the human relations context within which police work occurs. Coursework in the operations of the criminal justice system is blended with upper-level courses in criminology, criminal investigation, police functions, and several human relations courses.
Because the department recognizes the importance of basic communication, mathematics, and behavior skills, a strong developmental skills component is included in this program. Upon completing this program, students will be prepared for entry-level positions in many areas of the criminal justice system. With experience, one may qualify for promotion to higher-level supervisory positions.
Students must earn an overall 2.0 GPA, along with a minimum cumulative GPA of a 2.0 in all Criminal Justice courses.
If a student decides to transfer to a four-year degree program in criminal justice after completing this degree program, many of the completed courses with a grade of C or better will be applied toward the degree requirements.
Law Enforcement Concentration
This AS in Criminal Justice degree can be coupled with the Municipal Police Officer Training Program. After successful completion of the Municipal Police program, students will meet the requirements for Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers. A minimum of 61 credits is required for the completion of this associate degree program.
Required Courses (22 Credits)