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ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE | CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Overview | Criminal Justice

The AS in Criminal Justice (64 credits) gives students a broad preparation to enter a career in the field of criminal justice. Related coursework in behavioral science and communication will provide you with sought-after skills. Under the teaching of our qualified and experienced faculty, you’ll quickly become part of a community of students who share an interest in justice and want to represent Christ in their professional and everyday lives.

Associate’s-to-Bachelor’s Pathway

Continue your studies with either an on-campus or online bachelor’s degree. All associate’s degree courses may be counted toward an bachelor’s program. Contact an advisor to learn more!

Key Courses

  • Courts, Law & Procedure (BUCJ 140)
  • Ethics in Criminal Justice (BUCJ 260)
  • General Psychology (HUPS 131)
  • Institutional & Community Corrections (BUCJ 220)
  • Introduction to Criminal Justice (BUCJ 100)
  • Introduction to Sociology (HUSO 141)
  • Nature of Crime (BUCJ 240)
  • Policing & Criminal Investigation (BUCJ 120)

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Related Majors

Business
Communications
Humanities
Education

Program Requirements

Criminal Justice Major (18 credits)
Biblical Studies Core (15 credits)
Liberal Arts Core (25 credits)
Electives (6 credits)
Minimum Hours Required: 64 Credits

Potential Career Fields

Law enforcement
Corrections
Dispatcher
Private security
Court support staff

*Some careers and employment positions require graduate degrees,
specialized training, or addtional certification and licenses.

Highlighted Program Faculty

Mr. Michael Zwolanek

Department of Humanities | Associate Professor
Credentials
MA, Clemson University
BS, Bob Jones University

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