Diploma in
Criminal Justice
Program Description
Diploma in Criminal Justice
The Criminal Justice Diploma covers such skills as the secure management, safekeeping, and control of suspects and inmates. The field of Criminal Justice centers on the control of criminal behavior, the primary functions of law enforcement, handling evidence and crime scene investigation.
Upon successful completion of the Diploma in Criminal Justice program, students will have acquired the knowledge and skills to:
- Explain the scientific study of crime, criminals, the law-making process, the criminal justice system and the treatment of offenders.
- Utilize critical thinking, analytical and interpersonal skills applicable to real-world problems.
- Implement solutions for law enforcement, criminal investigation, and the management and administration of criminal justice related activities.
Program Plan for Diploma in Criminal Justice
| CJS 100 | Ethics in Law Enforcement | 3 |
| CJS 110 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CJS 130 | Intro to Justice Admin | 3 |
| CJS 140 | Introduction to Criminology | 3 |
| CJS 200 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| CJS 223 | Criminal Procedure | 3 |
| CJS 225 | Criminal Investigations I | 3 |
| CJS 230 | Criminal Evidence | 3 |
| CORE TOTAL | 24 |
| CJS | CJS Elective | 3 |
| CJS | CJS Elective | 3 |
| TOTAL | 6 |
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