Criminal Justice, Certificate

This is a G3 eligible program.  Click here to learn more.

Program Description/Purpose: The Administration of Justice certificate program introduces students to multiple career and academic paths in the field of criminal justice.

Occupational Outcomes: Completing this program will help prepare students to obtain entry-level employment with law enforcement, courts, and corrections agencies.  For students currently working for criminal justice agencies, this program may fulfill the educational requirements for promotion or specialty positions.

Program Student Learning Outcomes: 

1. Students will explain the structure and function of the U.S. criminal justice system.
2. Students will identify key elements of criminology research and describe the role of criminology in the criminal justice system.
3. Students will describe the roles and duties of personnel in criminal justice agencies and related organizations.

• Courses are listed by the semester they are usually offered.
• Course availability in a given semester may vary.
• You can change the order or number of classes each semester, but taking fewer classes in a semester will mean more semesters to finish the program.
• Please discuss your plan, including selection of electives, with your advisor to ensure it meets your academic goals.