Criminal Justice
The program provides a well-rounded general education in criminal justice. The curriculum is designed to assist students in preparation for entry level positions in the criminal justice field. Students will:
- Define, describe and analyze the various components of the criminal justice system including the courts, law enforcement and corrections;
- Describe, discuss and identify various causes of crime;
- Critically examine various sources of crime data and patterns;
- Describe and assess multicultural communities; and
- Evaluate, plan and formulate the most effective law enforcement actions to reduce crime.