Oct 01, 2024  
2024-2025 Academic Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Academic Catalog

Criminal Justice, A.A.S.


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Gary Holder • (901) 333-4674

This program prepares students for career opportunities in criminal justice agencies. Sufficient theoretical preparation and practical experience enable graduates to function effectively in a variety of paraprofessional settings. This program is not designed for transfer. Students intending to transfer credits to other institutions should contact both their advisor and the transfer institution to determine applicable policies or restrictions.


Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Demonstrate working knowledge of Criminal Justice System functions, processes, and interrelationships. 
  2. Articulate opinions on critical issues and problems facing the Criminal Justice system. 
  3. Demonstrate a sound working knowledge of the philosophy, history, and application of law related to the criminal justice system. 
  4. Describe and analyze the theories of causation and impact of crime. 

Total Program Credits: 60


1 Review General Education pages and/or consult advisor for correct selection.

2 Students must select a course from the listed CRMJ Electives (See Below)

3 Students may be given Field Experience Credit for this course for prior work experience. Please see academic advisor or department chairperson for determination of whether prior relevant work experience will qualify for satisfactory Field Experience Credit.

 

CRMJ Electives:


Students must select a course from the list below to satisfy the CRMJ Elective requirement. Students should consult their academic advisor for elective selection.

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