Criminal Justice Degree Programs
Public and national security is one of the most complex and challenging domestic issues of our time. Today, a growing number of criminal justice specialists – in areas such as technology, computer security and intelligence – are working alongside other professionals in law enforcement, corrections, security, and the court system.
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- Capella University
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Criminal Justice
Capella University's PhD specialization in criminal justice is ideal for learners who wish to conduct advanced study and research in the field and advance to academic positions, or supervisory and administrative levels. This specialization provides the skills and theoretical foundation professionals need to address the complex issues surrounding criminal behavior, prevention, intervention programming, and the development of public policy strategies. Graduates are prepared to impact change within the field of criminal justice and public safety systems through positions in leadership, research, and consulting at community, state, and national levels.
Residency requirements: Three 1-week residential colloquia taken in conjunction with program milestones.
- Master of Science (MS) - Criminal Justice
Capella University's online master's degree specialization in criminal justice gives you core knowledge in the field as well as leadership skills and behaviors to help you impact social change. You will collaborate with motivated learners from agencies throughout the nation as you build expertise. Professionals in law enforcement, probation, correction, the judiciary, and public safety positions seek this degree as a stepping stone for career advancement in the growing field of criminal justice.
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- University of Phoenix
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration provides students interested in policing, criminal law, or corrections with an interdisciplinary study of crime and justice in American society. The program's inclusion of interpersonal skills and managerial and administrative subject matter prepares students for positions of responsibility and leadership within the criminal justice community and related professions.
Students enrolled in the Criminal Justice Administration program will examine the criminal justice process and its key components while at the same time learn the skills needed for effective interpersonal communication, administrative decision -making and personnel management. Contemporary issues such as human relations and social conflict, professionalism and ethics, and the injection of technology into crime and its detection are also addressed.
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- Remington College
Remington College offers 24 month Associate program in Criminal Justice.
Potential Careers upon completion of this program include, but are not limited to Crime Prevention, Juvenile Justices, Loss Prevention, Prison Duties, and others.
The combination of traditional teaching methods and practical classroom experience provides an opportunity for students to gain a much more personal understanding of their area of study because its not just theory — it is also a real-world application.
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- Kaplan University
Kaplan University offers a broad selection of Criminal Justice related programs that address the career goals of working adults from a variety of professional disciplines.
- AAS in Criminal Justice
- Advanced Start BS in Criminal Justice
- Advanced Start BS in Criminal Justice Administration and Management
- Advanced Start BS in International and Comparative Criminal Justice
- BS in Criminal Justice
- BS in Criminal Justice Administration and Management
- BS in International and Comparative Criminal Justice
- BSCJ/Computer Crime
- BSCJ/Corrections
- BSCJ/Crime Scene Investigation
- BSCJ/Forensic Psychology
- BSCJ/Homeland Security
- BSCJ/Juvenile Justice
- BSCJ/Law Enforcement
- Corrections Certificate
- Crime Scene Technician Certificate
- Management and Supervision Certificate in Criminal Justice
- Private Security Certificate
- MS in Criminal Justice
- MSCJ/Corrections
- MSCJ/Global Issues in Criminal Justice
- MSCJ/Law
- MSCJ/Leadership/Executive Management
- MSCJ/Policing
Kaplan University gives you the control to schedule your education. There are no job interruptions, travel expenses or hours spent searching the campus map. You can go to class anytime, anywhere 24/7. The flexibility and dynamic interaction of online education at Kaplan University also allows for innovative web-based learning opportunities via message boards, online readings, academic exercises and web field trips.
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- Westwood College Online
The number of career opportunities in criminal justice and public safety is growing at the federal, state, and local levels. Collegiate training aids police officers, detectives, and special agents to enhance their job performance, as well as increase their earning potential.
Westwood College of Technology, as an institution of higher education, provides quality career-focused Criminal Justice program that give students the knowledge, skills, and abilities they need to earn the degree. Westwood offers an environment that promotes respect, pride, and teamwork, thus empowering students to pursue their individual career goals.
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- Globe University
Experience the personal attention that is a hallmark of the Globe University experience. Globe University offers Associate and Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice.
- Associate Degree
The AAS in Criminal Justice program will provide students with an understanding of the theories underlying the 3 main components of the CJ system: law enforcement; judicial systems; and correctional modalities within the context of social and political sciences. Methods and applications of these three areas will be emphasized throughout the coursework along with the intersections of their functions. The required general education coursework will further develop the students’ critical thinking and problem solving skills, which will be enhanced throughout their technical coursework. Program graduates will be prepared for entry-level positions in a range of criminal justice positions including corrections officers, private security, protective services, and private investigator positions. They will also have the foundation to pursue further study in social science or legal coursework.
- Bachelor Degree - 180 Credit Hours
The objective of the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree program is to provide an understanding of the theories underlying law enforcement, judicial systems, and correctional modalities within the context of social sciences. Students prepare for entry-level positions and advancement opportunities in a range of criminal justice positions including corrections officers, private security, protective services and investigator positions. This program provides a foundation for supervision, management, and leadership.
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- Colorado Technical University (CTU) Online
CTU Online has just launched a new degree program, its Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. It offers an outstanding education in the broad and dynamic field of criminal justice. Students entering the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program can gain a solid knowledge base in the triad areas of the courts, corrections, and law enforcement in addition to the management skills needed for career advancement.
Students can enjoy relevant, real-world courses, taught by professors who are experienced in their fields, and a truly innovative and revolutionary online educational delivery system. Some of the courses available in the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice include:
- Corrections Solutions
- Legal Aspects of Criminal Justice
- Law Enforcement and the Community
- Public Administration and Policy Making
- Laws of Evidence in Criminal Courts
- White Collar Crime
- American Criminal Procedure
- Juveniles and the Courts
- Crime Scene Analysis
- Investigating Crime
- Forensic Behavior Analysis
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Professional Certificates included in this Degree Program :-
You can earn four Professional Certificates as you work toward the completion of your Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice degree. Attaining these resume building certificates can help you advance in your career even before you graduate. This degree includes the following certificates:
- Corrections Technician
This certificate will equip the correctional staff worker with essential knowledge and skills appropriate for any type of correctional system work, from the juvenile correctional setting to working with violent adult offenders in maximum-security facilities. You will also explore the supporting programming in community corrections and the interplay of the two systems as used by judges and court services.
- Crime Scene Investigation
Crime scene investigation is critical to law enforcement, criminal law and criminal investigation. This certificate prepares the professional to document, preserve and process physical evidence correctly and analyze it thoroughly to understand its relevance to the case involved. You will also examine the laws of evidence and learn how to prepare a case for court Also, covered are perpetrator profiling, interrogation and the use of psychological evidence in criminal litigation.
- Law Enforcement Skills
Today's law enforcement professional is expected to communicate with accuracy and demonstrate a command of the law, the Constitution and the legal procedural requirements for processing criminal activity. This certificate provides a set of specialized skills for the law enforcement professional including report writing and interview and interrogation.
- Legal Studies and Court Process
For those who anticipate law school, work in a law office or the courts, this concentration of courses provides an excellent knowledge base. This advanced concentration of Criminal and Constitutional law and procedure pinpoints up-to-date case law rulings by the Supreme Court and prepares the student for the challenges of legal work and/or the court setting.
CTU Online is dedicated to helping students in the School of Criminal Justice achieve their professional goals by providing a quality education. Any time. Any day. Anywhere.
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- AIU Online
AIU Online is the web-based virtual campus of American InterContinental University, an international university with residential campuses located in Atlanta, Georgia; London, and England.
- Associate's (AABA) - Criminal Justice Administration
AIU Online's course delivery system incorporates Flash technology and rich, interactive multimedia to make this program one of the most sophisticated online degree programs in the online education industry. Among the rich multimedia online business administration classes students will be required to complete are:
- Introduction to Criminal Justice
- Administration of Criminal Justice
- Technology in Criminal Justice Administration
- Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
The AIU Online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree program is specifically targeted towards current law enforcement professional looking to climb the ranks or students considering a career change to the rapidly expanding field of Criminal Justice.
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice can provide students with a superb foundation in some of the most interesting aspects of the industry including criminology and the causes of crime, and typologies and victims. Best of all, courses are taught by experts in the Criminal Justice field who bring their significant knowledge and expertise to each course.
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