CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Associate in Science Degree
(DCE)

Graduates receive a broad academic foundation for entry-level careers in law enforcement, corrections, and juvenile justice, in either the public or private sector. Since these careers require working closely with a diverse public, experiencing a variety of social difficulties, the curriculum combines professional courses with appropriate social and behavioral science courses. This program is not Quinn Bill approved.

Program Requirements
    Credits
CJ101 Introduction to Criminal Justice* 3
CJ104 Juvenile Justice System 3
CJ108 Criminal Court Process 3
CJ116 Law Enforcement Management 3
CJ190 Criminal Justice Internship (OR) Free Elective 3
CJ201 Corrections in America 3
CJ202 Criminal Procedure 3
CM105 Public Speaking 3
EN101 English I 3
EN102 English II 3
LA 107 Criminal Law 3
MA106 Elementary Algebra** 3
PS101 Introduction to Psychology 3
SO101 Introduction to Sociology 3
SO105 Introduction to Criminology 3
Computer Science Elective 3
  Humanities Elective 3
  Math/Science Elective 3/4
  Free Electives 6
  Total Credits 60/61

* This course may be waived based on documentation of appropriate professional experience.
** A higher level of math (MA107-110, 121, 150) may be substituted.
Minimum credits required for graduation--60.