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Criminal Justice - Lakeland
Program Info
This Criminal Justice program is designed to prepare you for a career in corrections, probation, immigration, and security administration.
Through our comprehensive program, you can gain the skills necessary to maintain law and order, protect life and property, and conduct administration, planning, and research services.
Criminal Justice Training Courses
The curriculum offers a balance of theory and application in the areas of:
- Criminology
- Criminal Evidence
- Criminal Procedure
- Criminal Investigations
- Criminal Justice Communications
- Introduction to Terrorism
- Introduction to Corrections
The program includes a comprehensive study of the national criminal justice system, correctional organizations, and law enforcement agencies.
You can learn about the nature and extent of crime and delinquency, and the cause and explanation of criminal behavior. Rules of evidence, basic investigative techniques and the philosophy of criminal law are additional areas of study.
You have the opportunity to gain excellent communicative, critical-thinking, research, and organizational skills in the specialized areas of this curriculum, providing you with the foundation required to build a successful career in this field.
Criminal Justice Career Opportunities
Some career opportunities include:
- Corrections officer
- Security officer
- Social worker assistant
Criminal Justice Associate Degree
Upon graduation, you'll receive an Associate of Science (AS) Degree in Criminal Justice. Although no different from an AS degree, some states may award an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree.
Programs may vary by campus. Please refer to the school catalog available at the campus in your area for specific program information.
* Schedules subject to change. Please contact the campus for current schedule.
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