Criminal Justice
Are you interested in the inner workings of criminal justice and have a passion for serving people and your community? A degree in criminal justice from Post University helps prepare you for a career that is dedicated to protecting and serving the public. This noble and admirable career choice garners respect and appreciation from the citizens of local and national communities.
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- Associate of Science
- Bachelor of Science
Associate
Program Objective:
To prepare you for a career dedicated to protecting and serving the public.
Program Description:
Explore the inner workings of today’s criminal justice, security, and prison systems while developing well-rounded knowledge and skills in:
- Law enforcement and corporate security
- Forensic science (fingerprinting, ballistics, etc.)
- Crime scene investigation and documentation, including report writing
- Corrections
This program includes the following concentrations:
- Law Enforcement
- Legal Studies
- Emergency Management & Homeland Security
- Correctional Counseling
- Corrections
Program Outcomes:
Upon graduation, you will receive an associate degree and be prepared for a variety of career options at the federal, state, and local levels of law enforcement.
The Associate of Science in Criminal Justice degree is not designed to fulfill the educational requirements for any professional credential, such as a police officer certification. Professional credentials also have other requirements outside of education. Law enforcement and other public safety positions often require testing, specialized trainings, background checks, and more. Job requirements also vary by jurisdiction, involving the local, state, or national levels. Learn about law enforcement and public safety careers through the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/, specifically: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/protective-service/police-and-detectives.htm, https://www.bls.gov/ooh/protective-service/correctional-officers.htm?utm_source=outbrain.com-internet&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=vertical_criminal+justice&campaignid=70161000001Cq4dAAC&vid=2117383%3FStartPagearticles%2F%3FShowAll, https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/emergency-management-directors.htm.
At Post University, we are committed to making students’ education a personal experience. We keep our class sizes small to encourage in-depth discussions and collaborative problem solving. As soon as you enroll, you’ll be matched with an academic advisor who will be there to discuss your college-to-career path.
Contact us today to learn more about how our personal, hands-on approach to an education in criminal justice can help you achieve your goals.
Bachelor
Program Objective:
To prepare you for a dynamic career preserving the public’s trust.
Program Description:
Develop the technical abilities and educational background needed to become a whole professional in a variety of public service settings. This program includes three applied concentration tracks:
- Correctional Counseling
- Emergency Management & Homeland Security
- Law Enforcement
Program Outcomes:
Upon graduation, you will receive a bachelor’s degree and be prepared to enter a career in public, private, and nonprofit sectors of law enforcement, security management, and investigation.
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree is not designed to fulfill the educational requirements for any professional credential, such as a police officer certification. Professional credentials also have other requirements outside of education. Law enforcement and other public safety positions often require testing, specialized trainings, background checks, and more. Job requirements also vary by jurisdiction, involving the local, state, or national levels. Learn about law enforcement and public safety careers through the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/, specifically: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/protective-service/police-and-detectives.htm, https://www.bls.gov/ooh/protective-service/correctional-officers.htm?utm_source=outbrain.com-internet&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=vertical_criminal+justice&campaignid=70161000001Cq4dAAC&vid=2117383%3FStartPagearticles%2F%3FShowAll, https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/emergency-management-directors.htm.
At Post University, we are committed to making students’ education a personal experience. We keep our class sizes small to encourage in-depth discussions and collaborative problem solving. As soon as you enroll, you’ll be matched with an academic advisor who will be there to discuss your college-to-career path.
Contact us today to learn more about how our personal, hands-on approach to an education in criminal justice can help you achieve your goals.
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