The two-year Associate of Applied Science degree supports both the goals of employment and academic transfer. 

Program Outcomes

• Build a strong base of knowledge in the field of criminal justice and provide academic and practical, skills-based exposure to the overall criminal justice-related fields (law enforcement, courts, corrections, security and loss prevention).
• Prepare students for entry-level employment in public/ private criminal justice related organizations
• Assist students in the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills, and the ability to conceptualize ideas
• Expose students to courses in computation, communications, and human relations, and will assist students in developing an understanding and appreciation for diversity, social responsibility, and the participation in public affairs
• Provide opportunities for higher education and training for criminal justice professionals via regional training courses, and through online or independent study courses
• Serve those students seeking a career in criminal justice and/or planning to pursue an education beyond the associates level

The Associate of Science Criminal Justice Law Enforcement Peace Officer option provides students with a foundation of knowledge in the field of public safety and prepares students for a career in the profession of law enforcement. 

Program Outcomes

• Build a strong base of knowledge in the field of criminal justice and provide academic and practical, skills-based exposure to the overall criminal justice-related fields (law enforcement, courts, corrections, security and loss prevention).
• Prepare students for entry-level employment in public/private law enforcement and/or security related organizations
• Assist students in the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills, and the ability to conceptualize ideas
• Expose students to courses in computation, communications, and human relations, and will assist students in developing an understanding and appreciation for diversity, social responsibility, and participation in public affairs
• Provide students with opportunities for practical experience in the criminal justice system via internships, fieldwork, and skills-based course offerings
• Serve those students seeking a career in the public or private sector as a peace officer or security and loss prevention officer by providing in-depth and practical skills-based exposure to the law enforcement and/or security component of criminal justice

The Associate of Applied Science Criminal Justice Law Enforcement Private Security option provides students with a foundation of knowledge in the field of private security and prepares students for a career in the profession of security and loss prevention. 

Program Outcomes

• Build a strong base of knowledge in the field of criminal justice and provide academic and practical, skills-based exposure to the overall criminal justice-related fields (law enforcement, courts, corrections, security and loss prevention).
• Prepare students for entry-level employment in public/private law enforcement and/or security related organizations
• Assist students in the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills, and the ability to conceptualize ideas
• Expose students to courses in computation, communications, and human relations, and will assist students in developing an understanding and appreciation for diversity, social responsibility, and participation in public affairs
• Provide students with opportunities for practical experience in the criminal justice system via internships, fieldwork, and skills-based course offerings
• Serve those students seeking a career in the public or private sector as a peace officer or security and loss prevention officer by providing in-depth and practical skills-based exposure to the law enforcement and/or security component of criminal justice

The one-year Certificate of Applied Science - Corrections Officer certificate provides students with a foundation of knowledge in the field of corrections and the institutionalization of criminal offenders. The certificate program prepares students for a career in both public and private corrections and detention facilities. 

Program Outcomes

• Help students build a strong base of knowledge in the field of corrections
• Prepare students for entry-level employment in public and private corrections-related organizations
• Assist students in the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills, and the ability to conceptualize ideas
• Expose students to courses in computation, communication, and human relations, and will assist students in developing an understanding and appreciation for diversity, social responsibility and the participation in public affairs
• Serve those students seeking a career in corrections by providing in-depth and practical skills based exposure to the corrections component of criminal justice