ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE | CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Overview | Criminal Justice
The AS in Criminal Justice (64 credits) gives students a broad preparation to enter a career in the field of criminal justice. Related coursework听in behavioral science and communication will provide you with sought-after skills. Under the teaching of our qualified and experienced faculty, you鈥檒l quickly become part of a community of students who share an interest in justice and want to represent Christ in their professional and everyday lives.
Associate’s-to-Bachelor’s Pathway
Continue your studies with either an on-campus or online bachelor’s degree. All associate’s degree courses may be counted toward an bachelor’s program. Contact an advisor to learn more!
Key Courses
- Courts, Law & Procedure (HUCJ 140)
- Ethics in Criminal Justice听(HUCJ 260)
- General Psychology听(HUPS 131)
- Institutional & Community Corrections (HUCJ 220)
- Introduction to Criminal Justice听(HUCJ 100)
- Introduction to Sociology听(HUSO 141)
- Nature of Crime听(HUCJ 240)
- Policing & Criminal Investigation听(HUCJ 120)
Online Course Catalog
Related Majors
Business
Communications
Humanities
Education
Program Requirements
Criminal Justice Major (18 credits)
Biblical Studies Core (15 credits)
Liberal Arts Core (25 credits)
Electives (6 credits)
Minimum Hours Required: 64 Credits
Potential Career Fields
Law enforcement
Corrections
Dispatcher
Private security
Court support staff
*Some careers and employment positions require graduate degrees,
specialized training, or additional certification and licenses.
Highlighted Program Faculty
Dr. Judith Leary
Administration
Professor
Credentials
PhD in Higher Education Administration (Bowling Green State University)
MS in Criminal Justice (Bowling Green State University)
MA in Ministry (Piedmont International University)
BS in Radio & Television Broadcasting (Bob Jones University)
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