If you want a career which lets you blend your interest in crime, security, surveillance, law enforcement, and technology, then check out our Criminal Justice program. It's designed to prepare students for entry-level careers in criminal justice in the areas of:
- Homeland Security
- Public and Private Security including Workplace Security and Surveillance
- Law Enforcement Agencies
- Corrections
- Courts and Law Offices
- Juvenile Justice
- Community Corrections
The program focuses on giving the graduate the ability to:
- Understand the policies and procedures of law enforcement.
- Understand the legal system and court structure.
- Gain entry-level knowledge of security and surveillance principles.
- Use the basic skills and technology needed for entry-level positions.
- Develop interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills necessary in a professional environment.
- Use computer technologies, techniques, and procedures.
- Work with technology to investigate, solve, track, and deter crimes.
Core courses provide graduates with knowledge and skills in:
- Law Enforcement, Security, Surveillance, and Investigations
- Information Technology
- Data Analysis
- Forensics (including Data Retrieval and Crime Scene Analysis)
- Juvenile Justice
- Courtroom Procedures
- Corrections (including Strategies, Theories, and Rehabilitative Programs)
- Anti-Terrorism and Homeland Security Functions
Employment opportunities include a variety of entry-level positions such as:
- Public Security Agencies including Homeland Security
- Private Security including Workplace Security and Surveillance
- Local, State, and Federal Law Enforcement Civilian and Sworn Positions
- Local, State, and Federal Corrections
- Clerk of Court and Law Offices
- Juvenile Justice
- Community Corrections
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