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Criminal Justice
Degree Program
In this Associate of Science in Criminal Justice program, students will learn both the theory and skill applications in the Criminal Justice field, in preparation for entry-level careers in police, courts, security and corrections. Students will take course work to learn how to interpret crime statistics, write criminal justice reports, interpret criminal evidence, and work in the criminal justice system.
Occupation Outlook
The demand for qualified graduates to fill entry level positions in security, law enforcement and corrections will continue to grow. According to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupation Outlook Handbook, applicants with specific training will continue to have the best opportunities. A more security-conscious society and concern about crime and safety will contribute to the demand for criminal justice services.
Training Objectives
The courses in the Criminal Justice program will introduce skill sets to students in a variety of criminal justice and security topics. For instance: gun control, identity theft, victims rights, definitions of criminal law, corporate crime, criminal procedures, report writing. Students will study procedures for Crime Scene Investigation, Aviation Security, Forensic Science and Criminology, including terrorism and cyberterrorism.
Students will learn valuable skills in criminal court systems, such as court procedures in prosecuting, defending and preparing a criminal case from arrest through pleadings, motion practice and discovery to sentencing, appeal and expungement.
Why Choose FTC?
Florida Technical College’s Criminal Justice program is relevant to today’s careers in law enforcement and security.
Graduates of the Criminal Justice program will be able to seek entry-level employment in law enforcement and security occupations, such as:
- Law Enforcement
- Police Office Training
- Patrol Officer
- Corrections
- Juvenile Justice Counseling
- Caseworker
- Aviation Security
- Probation
*Criminal Justice program not available at Florida Technical College Jacksonville.