Criminal Justice Online Degrees & Courses

The Associate of Science in Criminal Justice at South University Online provides an understanding of key criminal justice topics, including law enforcement, criminology, law and courts, and juvenile justice. The program provides you with a strong foundation for transfer into the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program. This program is designed to foster your knowledge, skills, and critical thinking abilities so that you may achieve success in a variety of entry-level positions in Criminal Justice. The influence of technology and the changing face of crime have magnified the need for criminal justice specialists. You can help meet this need through the South University online Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice program. You can maintain a balance between your academic studies and your work and family obligations while you prepare to launch your Criminal Justice career. Learn the same contemporary concepts taught at our campus locations and enjoy the convenience of attending class online anytime – day or night.

Master of Public Administration - Criminal Justice

The Master of Public Administration degree program is organized around core, specialization, elective, and capstone courses that cover a broad range of governmental and non-profit topics to help develop each student's knowledge, skills, and abilities. The program is designed to address the needs of students for applied coursework in areas of critical importance to local, state, and national governmental and non-profit organizations. This degree program can help prepare you to be a project/program manager, administrative services specialist, departmental manager, analyst, economic development specialist, and eventually (with applicable experience) executive director, city manager, economic development director, county manager or chief administrative officer.The Criminal Justice specialization within the Master in Public Administration program offered online is designed for professionals seeking to expand their knowledge of the Criminal Justice field. Students will enhance their ability to manage, supervise and effectively interface with Criminal Justice focused organizations within the public sector by combining the public administration general coursework with the specificity of the Criminal Justice specialization. Coursework specific to this specialization include the administration of criminal justice, ethics and organizational leadership and innovation and planning in criminal justice.

Master of Public Administration - Criminal Justice

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Public Administration

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Public Administration at South University is aimed at those professionals seeking to expand their knowledge of key aspects of the public sector with particular attention to the unique character of public sector organizations as well as grant writing/contact administration, budgeting, public policy analysis, and intergovernmental relations.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Public Administration

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Corrections

The Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice is primarily designed to foster a learning community of criminal justice professionals who will use their knowledge within law enforcement, correctional, political, and legal arenas. It prepares students for management, administrative, research, and teaching positions. Program graduates will also be prepared for admission to doctoral programs in criminal justice, criminology and other related fields as well as for promotions within existing law enforcement, correctional, local and state government, and legal institutions.The master's level specialization complements the undergraduate coursework in Corrections and expands the knowledge base to a more in-depth analysis of community-based programs, capital punishment, and penology. The specialization in Corrections allows for a seamless education path from the undergraduate program in Criminal Justice to a master's level.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Corrections

The influence of technology and the changing face of crime have magnified the need for criminal justice specialists. You can help meet this need through the South University online Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice program. Our online Criminal Justice program is designed specifically for working adults. while you prepare to launch your Criminal Justice career, you can maintain a balance between your academic studies and your work and family obligations. Learn the same contemporary concepts taught at our campus locations and enjoy the convenience of attending class online anytime – day or night. The South University online Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice program also provides a good pre-law education, if you're interested in going on to law school to eventually become a prosecutor or public defender. You'll be prepared for entry-level positions in law enforcement, corrections, juvenile justice, homeland security, private investigation or private security when you graduate from this comprehensive online degree program. You could grow into positions such as supervisory deputy warden, special agent, field investigator, protective services supervisor, and detective as you gain experience.

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Juvenile Justice

You'll focus on the criminal justice field that most interests you by selecting one of five areas of emphasis as a student in this online program. In the Juvenile Justice emphasis, you will learn the triggers to juvenile justice problems while you focus on juvenile protection, rehabilitation and incarceration. The influence of technology and the shifting faces of crime have magnified the need for criminal justice specialists. You can help meet this need through the South University Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice program. You'll be prepared for entry-level positions in law enforcement, corrections, juvenile justice, homeland security, private investigation or private security when you graduate from the South University Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice program. You could grow into positions such as deputy warden, supervisory special agent, protective services supervisor, field investigator and detective as you gain experience.

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Juvenile Justice

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Corrections

The influence of technology and the shifting faces of crime have magnified the need for criminal justice specialists. You can help meet this need through the South University Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program. You'll focus on the criminal justice field that most interests you by selecting one of five areas of emphasis as a student in this online program. You will study the correctional systems designed to protect the public from convicted offenders, as well as ways to rehabilitate and integrate these people back into society in the Corrections emphasis. You'll be prepared for entry-level positions in law enforcement, corrections, homeland security, juvenile justice, private investigation or private security when you graduate from the South University Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program. You could grow into positions such as supervisory special agent, deputy warden, protective services supervisor, field investigator and detective as you gain experience.

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Corrections

MS in Criminal Justice: Law Enforcement

Become a part of a learning community of criminal justice experts who will use knowledge to advance the law enforcement, correctional, political, and legal arenas. The online Master of Science in Criminal Justice program offers you an accelerated curriculum designed to meet the growing need for professionals in the high-demand field. Learn the same concepts taught at our campus locations while enjoying the convenience of attending class online anytime day or night. You will be prepared for administrative, management, research, and teaching positions as a graduate of the online Master of Science in Criminal Justice degree program. Program graduates will also be prepared for admission to doctoral programs in criminology, criminal justice, and other related fields as well as for advancement within existing law enforcement, correctional, local and legal institutions, and state government.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice

Grand Canyon University

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice prepares students for work in legal foundations where in-depth issues are contended. This program is particularly suited to law enforcement personnel who wish to advance in their field, as well as law clerks; corrections, probation, and parole officers; and other decision makers who address questions of social research, public policy, and administration of justice in the public sphere. This program also is designed for students seeking to expand their understanding of the social order, law, and justice.

MS in Criminal Justice: Law Enforcement

MS in Criminal Justice: Legal Studies

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice prepares students for work in legal foundations where in-depth issues are contended. This program is designed for students seeking to expand their understanding of the law, justice, and social order. This program is also particularly suited to law enforcement personnel who wish to advance in their field, as well as corrections, parole officers, and probation; law clerks; and administration of justice in the public sphere, and other decision makers who address questions of social research, public policy.

MS in Criminal Justice: Legal Studies

BS in Justice Studies

Grand Canyon University's Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies prepares students to enter careers in governmental, private, and law enforcement agencies, political science, social work, research, and a variety of other fields. Graduates will be able to describe the components of the justice system from a systems perspective, including organization, function, practices, issues, and interrelationship of law enforcement agencies, the corrections, system, and the courts.

BS in Justice Studies

Keiser University Online

Keiser University's Master of Arts degree in Criminal Justice fosters independent learning and enables students to contribute intellectually to the corrections, law enforcement, and administration of justice professions. The program provides an intensive study of theory and practice in the field of criminal justice. Students learn to manage components of the criminal justice system through course work in areas such as law enforcement, correctional systems, court systems, criminal justice and criminology theory, juvenile justice, professionalism and ethics, forensic psychology, gender, race, and crime, criminal justice research, and leadership and management in criminal justice. Graduates demonstrate a conceptual understanding of advanced criminal justice systems and critically analyze and solve problems based on applied research methods. Giving you the freedom to complete your studies anytime, anywhere, all coursework is offered online.Keiser University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award certificates and degrees at the associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral levels. For questions about the accreditation of Keiser University, contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500.

Master of Arts in Criminal Justice

Keiser University offers an Associate of Arts degree with a major in Criminal Justice – online. This degree program provides instruction in current criminal justice issues such as law enforcement operations, the courts and correctional institutions if you are interested in a career in law enforcement, Homeland Security, forensic science or related fields that help your community and nation. This program will also prepare graduates for transfer to four-year degree programs, the foundation to enter the field of criminal justice, and opportunities for advancement for those currently in the field. Students will gain exposure to the latest applied technology and interact with practitioners in criminal justice in addition to learning about theory and practice. Keiser University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award certificates and degrees at the associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral levels. For questions about the accreditation of Keiser University contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500.

Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology - Criminal Justice

Keiser University Online offers a Bachelor's of Arts degree with a major in Criminal Justice – online. This degree program provides instruction in current criminal justice issues such as law enforcement operations, the courts and correctional institutions, private investigations and victim and juvenile counseling if you are interested in a career in law enforcement, Homeland Security, forensic science or related fields that help your community and nation. Students will gain exposure to the latest applied technology and interact with practitioners in criminal justice in addition to learning about theory and practice. This program also provides a strong foundation for students who are interested in continuing to law school. Career opportunities include work in police agencies, private investigation agencies, state, federal and county corrections and probations offices and corporate loss prevention departments. Giving you the freedom to complete your studies anytime, anywhere all coursework is offered online.Keiser University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award certificates and degrees at the associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral levels. For questions about the accreditation of Keiser University contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500.

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice

Argosy University Online

The online Bachelor of Arts in Psychology offered by The American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University's goal is to build a broad understanding of social sciences theory and the application of these theories in real-world environments. The degree can prepare you for graduate study in psychology fields such as counseling and family therapy. The program offers a solution to working professionals who are unable to earn their degrees in a campus setting. Our curriculum is complementary to the master's and doctoral degree programs at Argosy University.You will join one of the largest graduate student communities in the nation and enjoy a collegial, supportive academic environment as a student at Argosy University. You will take classes online in a user-friendly, interactive classroom and learn from seasoned faculty members.The Criminal Justice concentration offers coursework for students interested in the causes, treatment, and impact of crime on communities. Students enrolled in the BA in Psychology Degree Completion Program may take an optional concentration in Criminal Justice. Students learn about effective treatment approaches that are effective with offenders, particularly substance abuse treatment. Policies and procedures of criminal justice, legal, and mental health settings will also be explored. Students also examine psychological perspectives on the offender, including the history and theories of criminal justice.

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology - Criminal Justice

Bellevue University

Master of Science in Justice Administration and Crime Management

This new master's degree program was developed by subject matter experts who understand the importance of criminal justice administration in today's dynamic environment. The in-depth curriculum helps those who are veterans in the field, as well as those new to criminal justice, understand how to work with forensic data, how to plan and budget their resources, how to apply the latest analysis to criminal case management, and how to lead a team and work collaboratively with a variety of public and private agencies, designed for graduate-level students in sworn, public, and civilian positions. A special section on technical and cognitive writing is especially helpful for those seeking promotions in the field of criminal justice, and for those responsible for budgets and securing supplemental funding through grant writing.Students who complete this degree should be able to:

Develop budgets and other planning documents utilized in criminal justice professions
Examine criminological trends throughout various criminal justice professions
Compare and contrast contemporary and classical theories of criminal behavior
Formulate public policy obtained through interdisciplinary criminal justice research
Evaluate the effectiveness of crime analysis and investigation

Master of Science in Justice Administration and Crime Management

Bachelor of Science in Investigations Degree Completion

The Bachelor of Science in Investigations degree prepares you for a variety of careers including security control, federal law enforcement, anti-money laundering, and other areas in the public and private sectors. Develop skills to write reports for criminal and civil investigations, develop the ability to ethically conduct criminal and civil investigations, and discover the role investigations play in civil and criminal litigation.You can complete this program in as little as one year if you enroll in the Bachelor of Science in Investigations Degree Completion Program with your associate's degree, or close to 60 credit hours!

Bachelor of Science in Investigations Degree Completion

Bachelor of Science in Corrections Administration and Management Degree Completion

Through a Bellevue University partnership with the National Institute of Corrections (NIC), the Bachelor of Science in Corrections Administration and Management degree was designed specifically for corrections professionals. NIC and state-level training courses may be awarded credit toward the completion of the degree.Students completing this degree will have the effective correctional practice skills, communication skills, and knowledge to effectively manage or lead any correctional organization. Examples of potential jobs include CEO, Warden, agency director, corrections executive, and corrections supervisor.You can complete this program in as little as one year if you enroll in the Bachelor of Science in Corrections Administration and Management Degree Completion Program with your associate's degree, or close to 60 credit hours!

Bachelor of Science in Corrections Administration and Management Degree Completion

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration Degree Completion

Manage your criminal justice organization as effectively and efficiently as possible with the knowledge and experience gained from the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration degree. Plan and prepare tactical operations, apply strategic planning and budgeting approaches, and employ research skills with classes such as Management Principles for Criminal Justice. You'll also increase your analytical, communication, and leadership skills. You can work in a variety of public and private positions, such as law legal office manager, enforcement supervisor, or parole administrator upon completion.You can complete this program in as little as one year if you enroll in the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration Degree Program with your associate's degree, or close to 60 credit hours!

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration Degree Completion

Walden University Online

B.S. in Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice Management and Administration

The B.S. in Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice Management and Administration program blends contemporary theory on the nature, extent, and cause of crime with the study of national and international criminal justice practices. Our curriculum is based on the recommendations of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences. The program can help prepare you to become a more effective social change agent in criminal justice organizations at the local, state, federal, or international levels. The program is designed to help you gain the skills and knowledge to prepare for a career in law enforcement, the justice system, corrections, homeland security, and social services. Learning is supported through coursework and a final capstone project. Plus, the program uses the latest interactive media, including lifelike, computer-generated scenarios from crime scenes. You will study how to create and apply policies and budgets to successfully manage your organization and develop and integrate models of cross-agency coordination among regional, state, national, and international agencies in anticipation and response to typical critical incidents in this concentration. You will prepare for positions in a range of departments, including victim and advocacy services, criminal justice-related non profit organizations, and local and regional law enforcement offices.

B.S. in Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice Management and Administration

B.S. in Criminal Justice - Crime and Criminals

The B.S. in Criminal Justice - Crime and Criminals program blends contemporary theory on the nature, extent, and cause of crime with the study of national and international criminal justice practices. Our curriculum is based on the recommendations of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences. The program can help prepare you to become a more effective social change agent in criminal justice organizations at the local, state, federal, or international levels. The program is designed to help you gain the skills and knowledge to prepare for a career in law enforcement, the justice system, corrections, homeland security, and social services. Learning is supported through coursework and a final capstone project. Plus, the program uses the latest interactive media, including lifelike, computer-generated scenarios from crime scenes. You will study criminal theories and behavior, and you will discover the proper way to conduct a criminal investigation in this concentration. Areas of study include: assessing a crime scene, administering surveillance techniques, and handling witnesses/suspects/informants.

B.S. in Criminal Justice - Crime and Criminals

B.S. in Psychology - Criminal Justice

As you prepare for or grow your career in the fields of criminal justice, social service, or law enforcement discover and analyze types of victimization and how to work with victims of crime. Explore cognitive, behavioral, and psychological theories of criminal behavior from the serial killer to the terrorist through the Criminal Justice concentration.

B.S. in Psychology - Criminal Justice

Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - Criminal Justice (Course-Based)

This specialization is designed for criminal justice professionals, who aspire to move into upper-level management and administrative assignments, including supervisors and managers in policing, courts, corrections, security, and associated support agencies. The coursework includes an in-depth review and discussion of contemporary decision-making models and issues confronting the American criminal justice system.The course-based option is a structured program of study comprised of online courses. You will follow a specific plan for completion and may be eligible to graduate in three years (this varies), as a student.

Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - Criminal Justice (Course-Based)

Ph.D. in Human Services - Criminal Justice (Course-Based)

Walden's Ph.D. in Human Services degree program is designed to help professionals in a broad range of settings - including healthcare agencies, social services agencies, treatment facilities, and more - develop their leadership and management skills to better support their communities. Human services professionals are on the front lines in serving and caring for those who are most vulnerable and in need. The Criminal Justice specialization addresses current issues related to public safety, juvenile delinquency, the courts and prisons, as well as solutions to the elimination and control of criminal behavior. Students study demographic shifts, economic disparity among racial and ethnic groups, urban decay, interpersonal violence, and the increasing role of substance abuse and poverty in criminal behavior. Graduates are prepared to lead the complex process of changing the community's social, economic, and educational infrastructures to reduce violence.Choose from two formats that best fit your learning style:

A self-directed option that allows you to conduct research independently while working closely with a faculty mentor on an area of interest about which you are passionate.
A course-based program of study that may allow you to complete your degree in less than 3 years.*

Ph.D. in Human Services - Criminal Justice (Course-Based)

Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - Criminal Justice (Mixed-Model)

Walden's program helps learners develop new public policies and visionary plans. Walden is ideal for ambitious learners who wish to pursue an advanced degree without sacrificing career or family. The Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - Criminal Justice is designed for criminal justice professionals, including supervisors and managers in policing, courts, corrections, security and associated support agencies, who aspire to move into management and administrative assignments. This program educates students on public policy issues and social change through forward-thinking management. Public and nonprofit institutions are transforming and society is demanding professionals who are able to improve the services of organizations. The coursework includes an in-depth review and discussion of contemporary decision-making models and issues confronting the American criminal justice system.Study independently and work closely with a faculty mentor to apply your research to an area in which you are passionate. The mixed-model option is a more flexible program of study that includes online courses and Walden's signature Knowledge Area Modules (KAMs).

Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - Criminal Justice (Mixed-Model)

Ph.D. in Human Services - Criminal Justice (Self-Directed)

Human services professionals are on the front lines in serving and caring for those who are most vulnerable and in need. Walden's Ph.D. in Human Services degree program is designed to help professionals in a broad range of settings - including social services agencies, healthcare agencies, treatment facilities, and more - develop their leadership and management skills to better support their communities.The Criminal Justice specialization addresses current issues related to public safety, juvenile delinquency, the courts and prisons, as well as solutions to the control and elimination of criminal behavior. Students study demographic shifts, economic disparity among racial and ethnic groups, urban decay, interpersonal violence, and the increasing role of substance abuse and poverty in criminal behavior. Graduates are prepared to lead the complex process of changing the community's social, educational, and economic infrastructures to reduce violence.Choose from two formats that best fit your learning style:

A self-directed option that allows you to conduct research independently while working closely with a faculty mentor on an area of interest about which you are passionate.
A course-based program of study that may allow you to complete your degree in less than 3 years.*

Ph.D. in Human Services - Criminal Justice (Self-Directed)

Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - General Program

Gain a broad understanding of the field of public policy and administration and acquire the knowledge and experience to pursue a variety of career options in the field. Across the public sector spectrum, career opportunities are predicted to expand rapidly over the next five years. At every level—federal, state, and local—this growth trend in employment will fuel a demand for qualified managers who can lead public agencies or direct public policy organizations.* As you gain the skills to translate public policies into effective programs and projects, prepare to advance your career and to meet this increasing need for public sector professionals. International themes and concepts incorporated throughout your coursework will broaden your perspective of public service. Depending on individual progress and credits transferred, Walden's M.P.A. program can be completed in less than two years. *Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Career Guide to Industries, 2008–09 Edition

Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - General Program

Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision - Trauma and Crisis

Gain the knowledge and experience to assume a leadership role in a clinical, community, nonprofit, academic, or research settings, or to work as a counselor educator. Reach a significant milestone in your career as you earn one of the most highly respected degrees in the profession. Study advanced teaching, supervision, and counseling skills and further develop your expertise in a relevant area. In the Trauma and Crisis concentration you will apply theory and best practices related to trauma and crisis management working with individuals and groups recovering from the effects of trauma and crisis, such as violence, natural disasters, war or terrorism. Broaden your understanding of the models, leadership roles, and effective strategies to respond to crises as a counseling leader or manager. Learn the appropriate ethical and legal responses to individual, community, national, and international crises.The Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision does not prepare an individual to become a licensed counseling professional and is not a licensure program. It is not accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). However, the program was developed to be in line with national standards for counselor education. The university is not yet able to apply for CACREP accreditation since it is a new program. Students will be notified at such time if the program becomes accredited in the future.

Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision - Trauma and Crisis

Colorado Technical University Online

Colorado Tech Online's Master of Science in Management concentration in Criminal Justice covers homeland security, law enforcement management, leadership, public administration and many other career-focused topics. This real-world MSM degree program is designed to help meet the emerging administrative and leadership needs of the criminal justice system.Students will be challenged to demonstrate an understanding of the major functional areas of criminal justice and will examine how court rulings, public opinion, research finding and legislative actions have influenced justice-related policies; and focus on identifying innovative approaches for developing rational, fiscally responsible policy choices and applying management and leadership theories to the challenges faced by modern public safety agencies.Graduates can pursue diverse career opportunities, including Child Protection Investigator, Court Services Agent, Crime Analyst, Drug and Alcohol Program Manager, Deputy Sheriff, and more.

The Associate's degree in Criminal Justice program at Colorado Technical University is designed to help prepare students to pursue career opportunities in the criminal justice field in a variety of first-tier positions. Earning this degree can not only help you prepare for the pursuit of a broad range of career opportunities, it also offers a strong foundation for students with the long-range goal of applying to law school. Students will be exposed to the foundational areas of the discipline: investigation and law enforcement, law and courts, corrections and parole. The program also addresses juvenile delinquency and the juvenile justice system.Attaining this résumé-building certificate can help you advance in your career even before you graduate. This online degree includes the following certificate: Domestic Violence. Successful completion can help qualify you to pursue such career opportunities as Social and Human Services Assistant, Campus Security Coordinator, Deputy Clerk, Court Clerk, Judicial Planner, County Clerk, Peace Officer Trainee, Loss Prevention Trainee, or Loss Prevention Officer. As you work toward the completion of the online Associate's degree in Criminal Justice program you can earn a Professional Certificate.

While the government is one of the largest employers in this field, a Bachelor's in Criminal Justice degree can prepare students for positions in industries such as law enforcement, corrections, homeland security and more. The Bachelor in Criminal Justice is a unique program in that it offers students a component of forensic study not usually available at the undergraduate level. Students entering the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program can gain a solid knowledge base in the triad areas of the courts, corrections, and law enforcement in addition to the management skills needed for career advancement.Students can enjoy relevant, real-world courses, taught by professors who are experienced in their fields, and a truly innovative and revolutionary online educational delivery system. As you work toward the completion of your Bachelor's in Criminal Justice degree you can earn four CTU Academic Certificates.

University of Colorado - Denver

University of Colorado Denver is regionally accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Master of Criminal Justice

This UC Denver program will help you achieve your goals whether you are seeking to advance your career, change fields (from the corporate world to public service), or continue your education in an increasingly competitive job market. The program also provides students with the foundation necessary to be successfully admitted and competitive within Ph.D. programs in criminal justice, criminology and other related fields. The MCJ program emphasizes the development of research, critical thinking and leadership skills. The interdisciplinary course of study allows students to combine core courses in criminal justice theory with electives in areas such as domestic violence, police administration, community corrections and judicial administration. Graduates go on to assume leadership and executive roles effecting positive change in police departments, non-profit organizations and federal agencies. The program is both experiential and theoretical. It imparts knowledge on the workings of law enforcement, correctional systems, the judiciary, juvenile justice, and the formulation of laws and codes. Upon graduation students have gone on to become:

Innovators in public life including current city mayors
FBI and CIA Agents
Police Chiefs
Research faculty and think tank professionals
Leaders in the field of death investigations

Master of Criminal Justice

Western Carolina University

Western Carolina University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award bachelor's, master's, education specialist, and doctor's degrees.

WCU was founded in 1889 to bring higher education and career opportunities to the western region of North Carolina. A member of the University of North Carolina system, WCU now provides an education to more than 9,000 students from 38 states and 32 countries.

Bachelor of Science Criminal Justice (Degree Completion)

The Administration of Justice concentration is designed to facilitate a seamless transfer for students who have completed an A.S. or A.A. degree in the North Carolina Community College system or similar programs around the country. Resulting in a classroom experience rooted in realistic understanding of the needs of the practicing professional, only experienced professionals will be admitted to this program. The online criminal justice program offers a concentration in Administration of Justice for individuals seeking career advancement.

Bachelor of Science Criminal Justice (Degree Completion)

Hodges University

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MCJ) degree is designed as a contemporary study of the criminal justice system from a behavioral science perspective, at Hodges University. The Criminal Justice field is growing by leaps and bounds, offering to criminal justice professionals a vast number of exciting and rewarding career opportunities.The program is conceptually based, thereby offering students the opportunity to develop a theoretical understanding of criminal and deviant behavior that is applicable to the practical realities of the criminal justice professional. Course work includes the fascinating areas of forensics, deviant and abnormal behavior and terrorism.The program consists of 30 credits (10 courses). The MCJ program is delivered entirely online, making it possible for students to continue full-time employment and family responsibilities while completing their graduate studies. As long as all degree requirements are completed within five years, students choosing the online format may complete the program at their own pace.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice

The goal of the Criminal Justice Program is to ensure that potential and current criminal justice personnel have the opportunity to study the most comprehensive and contemporary methods and policies dealing with administration, management, human resources, intelligence, terrorism, and cultural diversity. The program is designed to prepare students with no prior related work experience for entry level positions within the criminal justice system as well as similar positions in the private sector. The principal objective the program is to deliver a comprehensive program of teaching and research to support the criminal justice system and the agencies and personnel who are delegated the task of public safety and service. The program prepares them for middle and senior management positions, building upon previous experience and training for criminal justice personnel, both sworn and civilian.The program is developed around a core curriculum of required courses within the range of subjects applicable to criminal justice. To assure the broadest based educational experience and to support the general education goals of the University, each student is required to complete a series of liberal arts courses. Further, the student will have the opportunity to select from an approved list of elective courses to develop an area of interest. 122 credit hours are required to complete this degree including the prerequisite credits .

What sets Hodges program apart from the other criminal justice programs? All professors have worked for years in the Criminal Justice and/or Law Enforcement fields and have the ability to combine theory with the real world. The professors at Hodges have ‘been there and done that', so along with the proper academic credential, your professor will have 'real world' experience. Hodges University Associate of Science in Criminal Justice is designed to prepare you for a promotion if you already work in the criminal justice field or for an entry level position if you are new to the career. The curriculum is structured to provide a logical sequence of courses for you to progress from the associate level to the bachelor's level. Coursework will include behavioral sciences, management, forensics, intelligence and terrorism. This combination provides the most comprehensive learning experience available. 60 credit hours are required to complete this degree.

Master of Criminal Justice

Boston University

Boston University's Online Master of Criminal Justice will enable you to advance your career to lead the criminal justice community, analyze criminal justice issues using disciplined research methods, assess law enforcement policies, and implement change within the criminal justice system. This program has established itself as one of the most respected criminal justice leadership programs in the nation. Boston University is fully accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc., one of six nationally recognized accrediting agencies. Our students are working law enforcement professionals, criminal justice educators, and those looking for entry into or advancement in careers in federal and state law enforcement, policing, probation and parole, corrections and the courts. By taking 10 courses, our unique online learning platform provides a dynamic, interactive master's program that can be completed in 20 months.

Master of Criminal Justice

Rasmussen College

Crime Management is an important aspect in protecting and maintaining our government, our cities, and our society as a whole. Rasmussen College offers a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. A Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice from Rasmussen College can position you on the front lines of this exciting and growing field. Our Criminal Justice Bachelor degree will help you further your education and increase your potential for promotions, pay raises, and increased responsibly in the workplace if you are currently working in the Crime Management industry. Our Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice is designed for people interested in studying crime management, prevention, and enforcement.

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice - Corrections

The situation has left state and federal officials scrambling to compensate for the shortage of qualified Prison Guards. An online Criminal Justice degree from Rasmussen College will get you ready to fulfill this important role. The United States has a huge demand for Corrections Officers, with the largest per-capita prison population in the world, and with Rasmussen College's Corrections program you can fill this special need. You'll keep America's neighborhoods safe by overseeing detention centers and helping convicts rehabilitate.Incarcerating and rehabilitating criminals is one of America's most important professions, and you can help fulfill this critical need with an online Corrections program from Rasmussen College. Upon completion, you will have the skills you need to become a Parole or Probation officer, or if you're looking for a Management position, your training will qualify you to work as a Corrections Administrator. You will know the history and development of the Criminal Justice System and its effect on society after graduating.

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice - Corrections

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice - Homeland Security

America has been more focused on Homeland Security since September 11th, 2001. You can answer the greatest call of your generation with the online Homeland Security program at Rasmussen College. America needs its finest men and women to secure its borders and protect its citizens. It's your chance to make a difference at this pivotal moment in history. An Associate Degree from Rasmussen College and the need for Homeland Security Specialists is growing will give you the knowledge and skills you need to be successful in your future career.If you are interested in emergency services, or risk analysis of communities, then a Homeland Security specialization is right for you. An Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice will prepare you for a successful future in the justice field. Graduates are ready to begin an exciting career as a Border Patrol Agent, Customs Officer, Immigration Official, a FEMA Agent, or you could pursue a clandestine career with the CIA, NSA, or other intelligence agency. It's not your average 9-to-5. There's no better feeling than serving your nation and protecting America from terrorists and criminals. Graduates are ready to begin an exciting career as a Border Patrol Agent, Immigration Official, Customs Officer, a FEMA Agent, or you could pursue a clandestine career with the NSA, CIA, or other intelligence agency. It's not your average 9-to-5. There's no better feeling than serving your nation and protecting America from criminals and terrorists.

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice - Homeland Security

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement

An Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice will get you ready to serve your country and community if you are ready to get started in the field of Law Enforcement. In this specialization, you will study investigation techniques and how to efficiently work with other officers and coworkers. You can help put the bad guys behind bars. However, being a Police Officer is about more than merely responding to calls from a dispatcher with an online Law Enforcement degree from Rasmussen College. A Police Officer requires a broad skill set and the ability to follow specific procedures.You will learn how to conduct surveillance, identify suspicious activity, and preserve the integrity of a crime scene as part of your training. It's time to earn your Criminal Justice degree from Rasmussen College if you're committed to protecting the innocent and bringing criminals to justice. You could find a position as a Police Officer, Deputy Sherriff, or Criminal Investigator by getting your online Law Enforcement degree.

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Client Services and Corrections

You will study ethical understanding and reasoning, critical thinking, multicultural and diversity awareness and communication skills in Rasmussen College's Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Client Services and Corrections Online degree specialization. Our core curriculum explores innovative topics that will help you support and contribute to the effort to help secure and rehabilitate criminals.This BS of Criminal Justice includes the following areas of study: women and criminal justice, special populations in criminal justice, criminal justice leadership and management, critical issues in criminal justice, community corrections, criminal law and procedures, diversion and rehabilitation, drugs and crime, career development, and success strategies. Graduates will be prepared for a supervisory position within agencies around the U.S. You can begin your career as a Parole Officer, Probation Officer, or Corrections Officer, or fulfill an administrative role at a detention center. 180 credits are required to complete this degree.

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Client Services and Corrections

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Criminal Offenders

Rasmussen College's Online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Criminal Offenders program will prepare you to distinguish between genuine and simulated mental illness. You can help prosecutors put deserving criminals behind bars. As a criminal defense consultant, you can offer detailed testimony as a witness for the defense, aid in the jury selection process, give sworn testimony regarding a criminal's state-of-mind at the time of his or her offense, interview criminal suspects to determine their competency to stand trial, or as an expert witness.you will have acquired the knowledge of offender supervision, case management, psychological evaluations, drug/alcohol counseling, addictions education, job readiness training, social skills training, crime prevention program and more once you have completed our online criminal offenders program. 180 credits are required to complete this degree.

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Criminal Offenders

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Homeland Security

You can become one of America's finest men and women by helping secure its borders and protect its citizens with the Online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Homeland Security degree from Rasmussen College. The curriculum explores topics that will help you support and contribute to a safer nation and world, including homeland security policy, criminal law and procedures, criminal justice leadership and management, crimes across borders, emergency management, and more. You'll be ready to begin an exciting career as a Immigration Official, Border Patrol Agent, Customs Officer, a FEMA Agent, or you could pursue a clandestine career with the CIA, NSA, or other intelligence agency. 180 credits are required to complete this degree.

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Homeland Security

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Investigations/Law Enforcement

You will have the skills needed to begin an exciting career in this growing field with Rasmussen College's Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice – Investigation/Law Enforcement degree. Our Investigations program teaches a broad array of investigative techniques, including Forensic Psychology. This psychological profile will help you narrow down the range of possible suspects and qualify you to act as an expert witness. You can determine what kind of offender you're dealing with by piecing together clues at the crime scene. You will acquire the knowledge needed to become a Police Officer, Criminal Investigator, Deputy Sherriff and more as a graduate of our Law Enforcement online degree at Rasmussen College. Being a Law Enforcement Officer requires a broad skill set and the ability to follow specific procedures. You will learn how to conduct surveillance, identify suspicious activity, and preserve the integrity of a crime scene as part of your training. 180 credits are required to complete this degree.

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Investigations/Law Enforcement

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice - Psychology

Criminal Justice Associate's degree – Psychology specializationA specialization in Psychology will help you focus on the internal factors of why crimes are committed. Your study of psychology will allow you to look at the justice system from a different perspective as it relates to criminal justice. Your ability to apply what you learned will help you understand the criminal thought process.One way to help prevent crime is to understand why crimes are committed. Your understanding of psychology and how it relates to criminal justice will help prepare you for a career where you can change the lives of many people. You will delve into courses that teach you about the psychological reasoning behind premeditated acts. Criminal minds can be complicated and your degree will help you understand what drives these individuals to commit crimes. Your courses will prepare you to better understand criminal and deviant psychology. Your courses online or on campus will be led by instructors with vast knowledge of the subject matter and real world experiences.

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice - Psychology

Provide a safer tomorrow by contacting us today to learn more about getting your criminal justice degree online from Rasmussen College. A criminal justice degree will open the door to many exciting careers in corrections, private security or criminal law. You'll be able to make an immediate impact in your local community by graduating with an A.A.S. degree in Criminal Justice from Rasmussen College. You'll receive a solid foundation in law, legal and evidence procedures and an extensive understanding of criminology. You may also choose to pursue a career in the human services areas of juvenile justice, family services and probation.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Criminal Behavior

Tiffin University

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ) is a professional practical degree program that attracts agents, skilled managers, and clinicians from many components of the juvenile justice and criminal justice systems. The school's talented and multifaceted students complete the mixture and create an intellectual synergy that's found in very few graduate programs, combined with the faculty who direct and facilitate the educational experiences in the MSCJ program.The Tiffin University Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Criminal Behavior Concentration is designed for students interested in examining the relationship between Psychology and the Criminal Justice system. Students will develop knowledge and expertise in crisis intervention, counseling, psychopathology, personality assessment, and research methods.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Criminal Behavior

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Justice Administration

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ) is a professional practical degree program that attracts agents, skilled managers, and clinicians from many components of the criminal justice and juvenile justice systems. The school's talented and multifaceted students complete the mixture and create an intellectual synergy that's found in very few graduate programs, combined with the faculty who direct and facilitate the educational experiences in the MSCJ program.Students will be provided with perspectives in human resource management, statistical applications, and contemporary issues in Justice Administration in the first semester of the Tiffin University Master Science in Criminal Justice - Justice Administration Concentration. The second semester explores policy formation and analysis, legal and ethical issues, and research and analysis. The final semester covers administrative theory, law and management practices, and the design and analysis of educational programs and training sessions. Students do have the opportunity to attend on a part-time or full-time.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Justice Administration

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Crime Analysis

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ) is a professional practical degree program that attracts agents, skilled managers, and clinicians from many components of the criminal justice and juvenile justice systems. The school's talented and multifaceted students complete the mixture and create an intellectual synergy that's found in very few graduate programs, combined with the faculty who direct and facilitate the educational experiences in the MSCJ program.The Tiffin University Master Science in Criminal Justice - Crime Analysis concentration provides students with a theoretical overview of crime analysis, computer applications in crime analysis and investigation, the use of geographic information systems, the criminal intelligence process, research design, and statistical applications.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Crime Analysis

Bachelor of Criminal Justice: Degree Completion

Tiffin University's Degree Completion Program is specifically designed to help students complete their degree without missing a single day of work. By going to class one day or evening a week or completely online, adult students with at least two years or more of prior college credit can complete a Bachelor of Criminal Justice degree in Justice Administration in less than two years.We don't make "ivory tower promises" – we deliver the goods for your real-world success! Our faculty brings real-world expertise into the classroom, so it's all relevant to your career success. Our students are working professionals, so you'll make real connections.

Bachelor of Criminal Justice: Degree Completion

Associate of Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement

The Associate of Criminal Justice (ACJ) degree offers an innovative blend of academic and practical education in the law, the behavioral sciences, and the political process. The online associate degree programs offered by Ivy Bridge College—through Tiffin University—reflect the diverse academic needs and professional ambitions of many types of students. Using rigorous class preparations and learning experiences, the ACJ in Law Enforcement offers 21 courses with special emphasis on law enforcement, supervision, criminal investigation, and corrections.You will have a solid understanding of the necessary inquiry, practice, and interpersonal skills used at all levels of law enforcement whether you choose to continue your educational journey or decide to embark on your career right away, by graduating with an ACJ in Law Enforcement from Ivy Bridge.

Associate of Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement

Bowling Green State University

Master of Public Administration - Justice Administration

Bowling Green's highly qualified faculty are well respected nationally in their field and bring real-world experience to their teaching. The Master of Science in Criminal Justice, offered by Bowling Green State University, is an excellent preparation for those who wish to pursue a career in teaching. It is also emphasizes the development of individuals for leadership roles in criminal justice agencies, while providing those students who wish to continue their academic career with a solid base upon which to pursue doctoral level study. You will obtain a solid background in theory and research, by understanding issues in law enforcement, corrections, courts and juvenile justice through the MSCJ program. This degree consists of 11 courses (33 semester hours) and a final capstone project. You have the flexibility to complete the program in one calendar year, attending full-time, or two calendar years, taking courses part-time.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice

Anna Maria College

The online MPA from Anna Maria College can help you become a fire chief, police chief, city manager, or the leader of a charity, public agency, or nonprofit organization. Customize your degree according to your background and professional interests with:

Coursework that incorporates real-world examples and situations
Two separate tracks for students with different levels of experience

Budget management
Ethics
Labor relations
Grant writing
Accounting

Master of Public Administration - Justice Administration

Northwestern College

Northwestern College's online associate's degree in Criminal Justice includes classes in criminology, criminal law and procedures, and juvenile justice to prepare students for careers as loss prevention specialists, police officers, parole officers, security experts, and family services workers, among other positions in the private, governmental, and not-for-profit sectors. Criminal Justice is a wide-ranging field with many fulfilling jobs for individuals interested in a career pursuing and protecting justice, law, and order in our society.

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice (ASCJ)

Herzing University

The Associate of Science in Criminal Justice degree program introduces students to the necessary academic knowledge and skills for advancement in entry-level positions in various law enforcement and industrial security enterprises. These career opportunities may be in areas such as security, public safety, government agency, border patrol, and diplomatic security.

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice (ASCJ)

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BSCJNM)

The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree program prepares students with the necessary academic knowledge and skills for advancement in entry-level positions in various fire service, law enforcement, and industrial security enterprises. These career opportunities may be in areas such as security, public safety, government agency, border patrol, and diplomatic security.

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BSCJNM)

Regent University

The Criminal Justice program in Regent University's School of Undergraduate Studies is founded upon the principle that criminal justice is a moral responsibility of governments, one that demands not only moral excellence on the part of its agents but also its diligent study and careful application. Based on this principle, the faculty have structured a program that emphasizes strong academic content, interdisciplinary and biblical integration, critical thinking and analysis, and ethics as the guiding principles in the study and practice of criminal justice. Students in the program are thus educated to be high-level critical thinkers, excellent professionals, and ultimately, well-rounded human beings. The Criminal Justice program in the School of Undergraduate Studies sets forth as its purpose the provision of an academically excellent education that equips students to be effective professionals and servant-leaders in the criminal justice arena (and its related areas of interaction) or to pursue further education at the post-baccalaureate level. Regent offers an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree in criminal justice. Students earning the A.A. degree can seamlessly transition to the B.S. criminal justice degree program and/or be qualified for career and professional advancement in the criminal justice field or other related areas.

Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice

The B.S. degree prepares students for criminal justice careers in a number of local, state, federal, and international law enforcement agencies and organizations. Successful criminal justice careers often evolve into major management, leadership, and administrative responsibilities. Students earning a B.S. degree may also pursue graduate level education in the fields of law, government/political science, public administration, criminal justice, or public policy. The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program is founded upon the principle that criminal justice is a moral responsibility of governments, one that demands not only moral excellence on the part of its agents but also its diligent study and careful application. Based on this principle, the faculty have structured a program that emphasizes interdisciplinary and biblical integration, strong academic content, critical thinking and analysis, and ethics as the guiding principles in the study and practice of criminal justice. Students in the program are thus educated to be excellent professionals, high-level critical thinkers, and ultimately, well-rounded human beings.

Carrington College California online

The Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice degree program, with an emphasis in Criminal Investigation/Loss Prevention/Security, prepares the graduate to work in a variety of positions in the law enforcement field, security, and loss prevention in the public or private sectors. The instruction covers comprehensive investigation studies including practical applications techniques including crime scene forensics; the rules of evidence and search and seizure, interrogation, chain of evidence procedures and criminal intelligence; analysis of security systems and physical protection of persons and property in hospitals, industrial, and retail businesses and government public safety agencies. The investigation of white-collar crime and the analysis of deviant behavior will enhance both loss prevention security and criminal investigation. Students will also be introduced to techniques of effective written and oral communication that meet law enforcement standards.Graduates will be able to demonstrate critical thinking, information management, personal and professional development, communication skills and respect and responsibility. Students will also be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the US criminal justice system including an understanding of investigative rules and methods upon completion of the Criminal Justice Program online.

Saint Joseph's University

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Behavior Analysis

This graduate program is designed to meet the graduate educational needs of those pursuing careers in Criminal Justice, in both the private and public sectors, and allows you to choose a specialization in Homeland Security or Behavior Analysis. Saint Joseph's is at the forefront of education in crime prevention, analytical techniques, and all aspects of federal Criminal Justice system. Our curriculum provides students the opportunity to develop cognitive skills including application of ethics, written and oral communications, critical thinking, reasoning, understanding and conducting research; enhance their theoretical foundation of criminal justice; and preparation for their professional future.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice

The online Behavior Analysis specialization of our Master of Science in Criminal Justice allows students the flexibility to concentrate on the theoretical and methodological knowledge needed to focus on the management skills necessary to succeed as upper-level decision makers. This program qualifies persons to take the state licensure examination to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. The application of behavior analysis is very broad, ranging from assisting individuals in overcoming drug addiction to improving workplace organizations. Behavior analysis has been applied to programs related to diet, exercise, toilet training, education, organizational structures,juvenile delinquency and more.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Behavior Analysis

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Homeland Security

The U.S. Administration published the National Strategy for Homeland Security in order to keep the nation safe, free, and prosperous in the face of the threat of transnational terrorism in the wake of 9/11.The online Homeland Security specialization of our master's degree in Criminal Justice prepares graduates to respond effectively to threats against our Nation, our citizens, and our resources from natural catastrophic events and terrorism. The faculty brings years of experience to the graduate learning process in a way that provides a real world, practical education.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Homeland Security

Behavior Analysis Certification

The post-graduate Certificate in Behavior Analysis online program from Saint Joseph's University focuses on developing new and innovative investigative approaches and techniques to the study of behavior and motivation. This program encourages work that transcends disciplinary boundaries, that illuminates the complexity of social behavior and social life, and that has important implications for social policy. You can earn a Certification in Behavior Analysis or complete additional courses and earn your Certification and a Master's degree in Criminal Justice in addition to your Certification through this progressive online professional program.

Behavior Analysis Certification

Bryant & Stratton College

The Criminal Justice associate degree program includes the study of the United States court systems, correctional organizations, and law enforcement agencies. The program is designed to provide graduates with a balance of theory and practice that will enhance their preparation for the criminal justice field. The program provides a broad understanding of the criminal justice system and introduces the student to law enforcement, courts and corrections, as well as private security management. Students study the nature and extent of crime and delinquency, and the cause and explanation of criminal behavior. Critical thinking, reading and writing skills are rigorously applied and developed throughout the program of study. Graduates are prepared for entry-level employment in correctional facilities, law enforcement, juvenile agencies, private security and other human service agencies.Total credit hours depend on curriculum but will be a Total of 60 or 63.

Westwood College

Westwood College Online offers a Bachelor of Science in Criminal online degree program that integrates ethics, sociology, and the legal system to prepare students for a variety of exciting careers. A degree in Criminal Justice from Westwood College Online will provide an understanding of criminal justice methods, techniques, technologies, and the skills and abilities required to enter into a successful career in criminal justice. This degree program gives graduates the skills and education to enter this dynamic field in areas such as corrections and probation. Some topics covered include criminal procedure, criminal justice ethics, criminal investigation, juvenile justice, and victimology along with other interesting aspects of criminology. A career in Criminal Justice could be just what you're looking for. The number of career opportunities in criminal justice and public safety is growing at the federal, state, and local levels.

Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal

You will learn more about the American legal system and our government by earning a paralegal degree from Westwood College Online. Our program focuses on aspects of immigration law, family law, business law, legal research and writing and more. The value of a paralegal education is great, not only for the career aspects, but also because of the great benefits of a serious civic education. Bringing career-related insight to their teaching, our instructors are experienced professionals in the industry.Students can earn an online paralegal degree from Westwood College Online and are qualified as entry-level legal assistance to attorneys in government, private practice, or corporate and as paralegals in as little as 20 months. Education opportunities available through online colleges allow for students to earn a degree while retaining their current lifestyle. You can learn and work from home on your free time because classes are flexible.

Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal

Utica College

Masters of Science Criminal Justice Administration - Planning and Leadership

The online Masters of Science in Criminal Justice Administration - Planning and Leadership at Utica College offers the criminal justice professional an education in public administration that is oriented to the management and leadership of any justice organization. Graduates of our online Criminal Justice Administration program will be prepared to move up into the elite ranks of leaders for organizations that provide criminal justice services, be it correctional services, the operation of the nation's courts, or law enforcement.

Masters of Science Criminal Justice Administration - Planning and Leadership

Miller-Motte College Online

Miller-Motte's Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice prepares students for employment in a variety of private and public criminal justice organizations. To develop practical working knowledge, students complete three distinct areas of study: general education, theory, and applied learning. It is aimed to provide students with a broad base of knowledge and skills required to begin or to enhance a career in varied aspects of the criminal justice environment.

Associate of Arts - Justice Administration

Brookline College

The Associate of Arts in Justice Administration program from Brookline College prepares students in all areas of the Criminal Justice field. Students are taught basic skills and advanced techniques that will allow them to compete in these expanding career fields. More in-depth knowledge and greater skill are required in today's modern law enforcement agencies for their positions. 64 credits are required for successful completion of the Associate of Arts in Justice Administration.

Associate of Arts - Justice Administration

Diploma - Legal Secretary

The Legal Secretary Diploma program from Brookline College is designed to teach basic legal knowledge, writing and research, law office skills, and software applications. Graduates of the program will be prepared to begin working in law offices as legal secretaries. 28 credits are required for successful completion of the Legal Secretary Diploma program.

Diploma - Legal Secretary

University of Cincinnati

Master of Science in Criminal Justice 1 Year program

The goal of the Master of Science in Criminal Justice curriculum is to prepare criminal justice professionals to respond to emerging trends, assume leadership roles, and have an applied base of knowledge. This 48-credit program is comprised of eight quarters of study and can be completed in one year via full-time study. Coursework is organized into four areas: theory, administration and policy, research, and special topics. In addition to content-based courses, students will complete a demonstration project that will allow them to apply their course knowledge to real world policy issues. This distance learning degree program fits within your busy schedule, letting you complete your degree in as little as one year with our full-time online program. Through an innovative distance learning format, you will complete coursework and interact with instructors and peers and you are not required to come to the University of Cincinnati campus.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice 1 Year program

Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice

The University of Cincinnati is ranked as one of the Top 3 Criminal Justice Schools in the nation (U.S. News & World Report, 2010), and it's the only one of those schools to offer its acclaimed degree online. Our professors are the most published, most recognizable, and most respected leaders in their industry. Our graduates are truly empowered to become leaders in countless vocations within their communities with a confidence that can only be gained by learning from the greatest minds in their field. They earn more than a master's degree in criminal justice.The 16-course curriculum in the online Master of Science in Criminal Justice program is designed to expose you to every part of the criminal justice industry led by decorated professors. Allowing you to continue to make a difference in your own community, the University of Cincinnati has designed this program to be delivered 100% online, anywhere in the country or world. The program can be completed in as little as one year with this affordable, regionally accredited program.LEARN MORE: The distinguished UC professors rank as the most published faculty nationally in journals of criminal justice research. They are focused on helping you solve the most important challenges confronting the criminal justice field today using real-world strategies.ACHIEVE MORE: Our graduates achieve incredible success in a variety of fields, such as the legal system, law enforcement, loss prevention, corrections, forensics, the federal government, and higher education. Each and every field requires a unique set of skills and abilities, and UC's comprehensive 16-course curriculum provides a solid foundation for any one of them.EXPECT MORE: UC is renowned for its faculty, research, curriculum, and accreditations. The University of Cincinnati boasts the most highly regarded criminal justice school offering an online program regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.

Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice

Brandman University

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice: Degree Completion

How will law enforcement deal with the new typologies of crime that appear? Has Homeland Security effectively created a safer environment in a post 9/11 world?The Brandman Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice program examines nature and extent of crime and the consequences for record numbers of inmates in a corrections system bulging at the seams. It also explores about the scientific study of criminal behaviors in their complex sociological settings. You'll study the components of the American criminal justice systems, including the Constitution; crime categories; police; critical issues within our social, legal and penal systems; statistical patterns and trends; corrections and the courts; and the pragmatic analysis of various institutions.

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice: Degree Completion

Salem University Online

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Crime Scene Investigation (CSI)

Join this exciting field by enrolling in Salem International University Online's Criminal Justice program with a concentration in Crime Scene Investigation. The Criminal Justice career opportunities are dramatically increasing with the need for professionals in Corrections, Law Enforcement, Investigations, Probation, Homeland Security and much, much more. The specialization focuses on learning techniques involved in collecting information at the crime scene; recovering fingerprints and learning the forensic value, handling, preservation, testing and documentation of biological evidence. The law enforcement and criminal justice field is exploding! Some CSI Specialization courses include:

Crime Scene Photography
Latent Prints and Fingerprint Identification
Blood Patterns and Crime Scenes
Ballistics and Firearm Identification

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Crime Scene Investigation (CSI)

DeVry University

Bachelor in Technical Management - Criminal Justice

You can add an important credential - a bachelor's degree - to your resume with qualifying prior college or field experience. Plus, you can earn your technical management degree in less time and at a lower cost than you would in a traditional bachelor's degree program by applying previously earned credits to this degree program! For example, a technical management degree can help you take your next career step if you're currently employed in the criminal justice field and looking to advance your career or if you have an associate degree in HIM or a related health care technology field and want to take advantage of greater opportunities in America's fastest growing industry.DeVry works with criminal justice and health care technology industry leaders to design programs that produce graduates who meet their needs. Plus, our Technical Management bachelor's degree holders have more of the communications and teamwork skills that today's employers seek. In DeVry's bachelor's degree completion program, four areas of specialization are offered: criminal justice, health information management, business administration, and general technical management, allowing you to move toward a leadership role in a wide variety of industries.

Bachelor in Technical Management - Criminal Justice

National American University Online

Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice

The bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice at NAU is designed to help graduates understand the coercive nature of criminal justice decision making and the need to use logic, ethics, and critical thinking skills in order to use your authority appropriately. The program helps students learn how to analytically evaluate, synthesize information, and use critical thinking skills to develop appropriate solutions for important criminal justice issues. This program will help you achieve it if advancing in the criminal justice field is your goal!

Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice

Ashford University

BA/Social and Criminal Justice

Be an instrument for change when you choose the BASCJ degree to better understand the legal and social forces that shape the American culture. Learn from educated faculty who hold advanced degrees as well as have real world experience in the field. Use your degree to further your professional career in the law enforcement or criminal justice markets. You can benefit from a BASCJ degree to investigate both the social and legal sides of criminal justice, from forensics and psychology to crime prevention and terrorism. Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social and Criminal Justice (BASCJ) degree to enhance your understanding of the criminal justice system and the impact social issues have on maintaining a just society.

BA/Social and Criminal Justice

BA/Social Science - Criminal Justice

Take a multidisciplinary approach to social sciences where different outlooks are combined and applied to real world issues. Your knowledge of law enforcement, corrections and forensics will supplement your studies in Social Science resulting in a well-rounded degree. You'll graduate from Ashford with a dynamic degree that will enhance your opportunity for promotion within your chosen field. You'll be glad to know that you can transfer up to 12 approved credits of Criminal Justice coursework to qualify as your concentration in the Social Science degree program no matter when you took them so the credit you've already earned will not go unused. Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social Science (BA/SS) degree from Ashford University and develop a sound understanding of the society we live in - individuals, families, communities, governments, and cultures - from various perspectives.

BA/Social Science - Criminal Justice

BA/Social and Criminal Justice - Political Science and Government

Be an instrument for change when you choose the BASCJ degree to better understand the legal and social forces that shape the American culture. Learn about the complex inner workings of the United States government and the global environment when you add a specialization in Political Science & Government to your Bachelor of Arts degree. Learn from educated faculty who hold advanced degrees as well as have real world experience in the field. Use your degree to further your professional career in the law enforcement or criminal justice markets. You can benefit from a BASCJ degree to investigate both the social and legal sides of criminal justice, from forensics and psychology to crime prevention and terrorism. Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social and Criminal Justice degree to enhance your understanding of the criminal justice system and the impact social issues have on maintaining a just society.

BA/Social and Criminal Justice - Political Science and Government

BA/Social and Criminal Justice - Corrections Management

Expand your Bachelor of Arts in Social and Criminal Justice degree with a specialization in Corrections Management. Analyze the philosophies and laws of punishment and sentencing as well as key Supreme Court case decisions specifically pertaining to the constitutional rights of those incarcerated in an American correctional facility. Use your degree to further your professional career in the law enforcement or criminal justice markets. Learn from educated faculty who hold advanced degrees as well as have real world experience in the field. You can benefit from a BASCJ degree to investigate both the social and legal sides of criminal justice, from forensics and psychology to crime prevention and terrorism. Be an instrument for change when you choose the BASCJ degree to better understand the legal and social forces that shape the American culture. Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social and Criminal Justice degree to enhance your understanding of the criminal justice system and the impact social issues have on maintaining a just society.

BA/Social and Criminal Justice - Corrections Management

BA/Social and Criminal Justice - Forensics

Be an instrument for change when you choose the BASCJ degree to better understand the legal and social forces that shape the American culture. Use your degree to further your professional career in the law enforcement or criminal justice markets. Learn from educated faculty who hold advanced degrees as well as have real world experience in the field. Augment your Bachelor of Arts in Social and Criminal Justice degree with a specialization in Forensics. You can benefit from a BASCJ degree to investigate both the social and legal sides of criminal justice, from forensics and psychology to crime prevention and terrorism. Examine and understand principles of criminal liability and the acts, mental state, and attendant circumstances that are central ingredients in crimes against society, persons, or property. Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social and Criminal Justice degree to enhance your understanding of the criminal justice system and the impact social issues have on maintaining a just society.

BA/Social and Criminal Justice - Forensics

BA/Social and Criminal Justice - Homeland Security

Be an instrument for change when you choose the BASCJ degree to better understand the legal and social forces that shape the American culture. Enhance your Bachelor of Arts in Social and Criminal Justice degree with a specialization in Homeland Security. Learn from educated faculty who hold advanced degrees as well as have real world experience in the field. Use your degree to further your professional career in the law enforcement or criminal justice markets. You can benefit from a BASCJ degree to investigate both the social and legal sides of criminal justice, from forensics and psychology to crime prevention and terrorism. Learn more about this significant element of the 21st century and how to identify the key challenges facing not only US homeland security strategy, but also those of other major actors that might become "peer competitors." Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social and Criminal Justice degree to enhance your understanding of the criminal justice system and the impact social issues have on maintaining a just society.

BA/Social and Criminal Justice - Homeland Security

BA/Social and Criminal Justice - Security Management

Be an instrument for change when you choose the BASCJ degree to better understand the legal and social forces that shape the American culture. Supplement your Bachelor of Arts in Social and Criminal Justice degree with a specialization in Security Management. Assess management theories and apply concepts of planning, resources, and authority to security organizations as well as identify the major aspects of associated threats, physical security, and application of countermeasures. Learn from educated faculty who hold advanced degrees as well as have real world experience in the field. Use your degree to further your professional career in the law enforcement or criminal justice markets. You can benefit from a BASCJ degree to investigate both the social and legal sides of criminal justice, from forensics and psychology to crime prevention and terrorism. Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social and Criminal Justice degree to enhance your understanding of the criminal justice system and the impact social issues have on maintaining a just society.

BA/Social and Criminal Justice - Security Management

BA/Organizational Management - Criminal Justice

One of the best things about Ashford University's Organizational Management program is the ability to customize your degree to fit your professional and educational goals. The Organizational Management program examines the human side of managing organizations, allowing for skill development in communication, human resource management, group behavior, decision-making, and ethics. Resulting in a dynamic degree comprised of complementing areas, students with a background and/or interest in Criminal Justice can transfer up to 12 credits of Criminal Justice coursework into their Organizational Management concentration.Students with a concentration in Criminal Justice will possess many of the skills required to be successful in law enforcement, corrections and forensics. Culminating in a well-rounded degree these students will combine their Criminal Justice concentration with organizational skill development in decision making, communications, group behavior, human resource management and ethics. In addition, Ashford University's transfer policy will allow you to transfer in your Criminal Justice credits no matter when you took them.

BA/Organizational Management - Criminal Justice

BA/Social Science - Geography

Take a multidisciplinary approach to social sciences where different outlooks are combined and applied to real world issues. Your knowledge of the earth and its features, inhabitants, and phenomena will supplement your studies in Social Science resulting in a well-rounded degree. You'll graduate from Ashford with a dynamic degree that will enhance your opportunity for promotion within your chosen field. You'll be glad to know that you can transfer up to 12 approved credits of Geography coursework to qualify as your concentration in the Social Science degree program in these approved credits no matter when you took them, so the credit you've already earned will not go unused. Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social Science (BA/SS) degree from Ashford University and develop a sound understanding of the society we live in - individuals, families, communities, governments, and cultures - from various perspectives.

BA/Social Science - Geography

BA/Social and Criminal Justice

Be an instrument for change when you choose the BASCJ degree to better understand the legal and social forces that shape the American culture. Learn from educated faculty who hold advanced degrees as well as have real world experience in the field. Use your degree to further your professional career in the criminal justice markets or law enforcement. You can benefit from a BASCJ degree to investigate both the social and legal sides of criminal justice, from forensics and psychology to crime prevention and terrorism. Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social and Criminal Justice (BASCJ) degree to enhance your understanding of the criminal justice system and the impact social issues have on maintaining a just society.

BA/Social and Criminal Justice

BA/Social Science - No Concentration

Take a multidisciplinary approach to social sciences where different outlooks are combined and applied to real world issues. Specialize your degree when you apply approved transfer credits toward a concentration. Choose from over 20 concentrations including Biology, Education Studies, Psychology and more. Adding a concentration allows you to use credit you've already earned and enhances your degree since you can apply the knowledge you've gained toward your studies in the BA/SS program. Transfer up to 99 credits toward your degree and be that much closer to graduation. Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social Science (BA/SS) degree from Ashford University and develop a sound understanding of the society we live in - from various perspectives - individuals, families, communities, cultures, and governments.

BA/Social Science - No Concentration

University of Maryland University College / UMUC Online

University of Maryland University College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, one of the six regional accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Bachelor of Science in Investigative Forensics

UMUC's Bachelor of Science in Investigative Forensics prepares students with the knowledge, ethical principles, and skills necessary to process and report on physical evidence at a crime scene or in connection with a civil investigation. Based on national guidelines, the curriculum provides students with a basic foundation in investigative, scientific, and laboratory-based forensics and introduces them to the various disciplines that make up the forensic collaborative workgroup. Students gain an understanding of both the theory and practice of the forensic disciplines and of police work. It prepares students for further education or employment in the field.

Bachelor of Science in Investigative Forensics

UMUC's Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice provides a solid foundation for further study or entry into a variety of criminal justice professions. It provides students with an understanding of the nature of crime and the personnel, institutions, and processes that prevent or respond to crime. Students learn both the theory and practice of the criminal justice system. The curriculum covers crime and criminal behavior, law enforcement, courts, security, corrections, and investigation.

UMUC's Master of Science in Management program is designed for professionals who are assuming increasing management responsibility within their organizations. The criminal justice management specialization in the Master of Science (MS) in management provides the foundation necessary for graduates to assume roles of increasing responsibility within the criminal justice system in both private and public settings, as well as to continue studies at the doctoral or professional level. Coursework covers basic crime-related research, the legal principles that guide the criminal justice system, and the interpretation of crime-related data and literature, as well as management theory. The curriculum provides an understanding of the entire criminal justice system and the management of organizations within that system and emphasizes leadership, management, and cross-agency collaboration. This 36-credit program emphasizes the technical expertise and leading-edge management skills that are the basis for success in modern organizations.

Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Management

The certificate in Criminal Justice Management provides students with a solid foundation in the theories concepts, and practices in criminal justice and will help professionals increase their knowledge and hone their skills to prepare them for advancement in the field. Courses emphasize management, leadership and agency collaboration with a focus on theory and crime-related analysis.

Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Management

Saint Leo University

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Critical Incident Management Specialization

The curriculum of Saint Leo's Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Critical Incident Management degree is designed to yield an understanding of how to manage critical incidents, psychological aspects of disasters on the first responders, hazard mitigation, and risk identification. The course of study is designed for criminal justice administrators, government officials, first responders, and organizations that are faced with a myriad of challenges as a result of recent disasters and current world threats. A student must successfully complete the five core courses, the four critical incident management courses, and two elective courses in order to earn the degree with the concentration in critical incident management.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Critical Incident Management Specialization

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Forensic Science Specialization

The curriculum of Saint Leo's Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Forensic Science degree's curriculum provides and enhances the knowledge, skills, and values for the purpose of increasing the effectiveness, professionalism, and policy-making abilities of the criminal justice practitioners. This specialization introduces the student to how forensic science is used in the field of criminal justice. It is designed to serve both active and aspiring criminal justice professionals.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Forensic Science Specialization

The blended Master of Science in Criminal Justice program at Saint Leo University offers classes in a variety of delivery formats; for example over the internet, FTT (video conferencing) and campus, including the Institute for Excellence in Criminal Justice Administration. The blended program is for those professionals who wish to complete the graduate program by delivery modes other than traditional campus classes. The capstone course CRJ 590 is not offered in an online format.This program is built on a strong foundation and Saint Leo's reputation of offering a high quality education that addresses the needs of working professionals through convenient and flexible schedules at an affordable cost. Saint Leo University has been involved in educating criminal justice professionals for more than 30 years.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice

Today's criminal justice system has taken on global proportions, with worldwide geopolitical issues like terrorism changing the face of criminals and law enforcement everywhere. Based on a national curriculum model, this in-depth Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice will prepare you for a career and rapid advancement in the field of criminal justice; provide you with a foundation for advancement to administrative levels; enhance your effectiveness on the job; and prepare you for graduate study in criminal justice administration and related fields including law school.Agencies such as Drug Enforcement Administration, U.S. District Court, U.S. Customs, Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and U.S. Secret Service others, provide practical experience for those who are not yet working professionals. Courses include: Theories of Criminal Behavior, Juvenile Justice, Terrorism, Law Enforcement Systems and more. This BA includes a broad-based liberal arts education along with career-specific courses at Saint Leo.

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice - Criminalistics Specialization

Our Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice is based on the input of a diverse criminal justice advisory board that is designed to prepare students for careers and rapid advancement in the criminal justice system and related fields. Saint Leo University has been educating both active and aspiring criminal justice professionals for more than 30 years with class sizes small enough for innovative teaching and individualized attention. This program of study will enhance the effectiveness of working professionals, provide a foundation for advancement to administrative levels, and prepare students for further study in criminal justice administration and related fields. Students will gain knowledge of: substantive criminal law, the legal system, crime scene investigations, criminal justice ethics, homeland defense, and more. 60 credits are required upon graduation from this program.

Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice

This program of study will enhance the effectiveness of working professionals, provide a foundation for advancement to administrative levels, and prepare students for graduate study in criminal justice administration and related fields. Core curriculum will cover the study of criminal justice ethics, substantive criminal law, crime scene investigation, and criminology.Saint Leo University has been educating both active and aspiring criminal justice professionals for more than 30 years with class sizes small enough for individualized attention and innovative teaching. We have recently added a specialization in Criminalistics. Our 39-hour major is based on the input of a diverse criminal justice advisory board that is designed to prepare students for careers and rapid advancement in the criminal justice system and related fields.

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice - Criminalistics Specialization

Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Management

Saint Leo's Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Management is designed for individuals who hold an accredited master's degree in any discipline or seeking an advanced graduate certificate and seek 18 credit hours in the field of criminal justice to satisfy teaching requirements.

Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Management

Lincoln College Online

Lincoln's Criminal Justice program may be just what you're looking for if you've dreamed of a career with excitement, opportunity for advancement and a chance to improve life in your community. You'll prepare for a career in law enforcement, government, state and federal agencies or the private sector.You'll learn to work in our multi-cultural society, with an emphasis on the importance of ethics in the workplace as you earn your Associate of Science Degree in Criminal Justice. You'll gain both theoretical and practical knowledge from instructors with professional, real-world experience. During your two years of study, you'll take 24 courses in subjects as compelling as Crime Scene Investigation, Ethics in Criminal Justice, Digital Crime and Digital Terrorism and more. And you'll have the flexibility to fit it into your busy life on your own terms because this degree program is fully online.

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice and the Study of the Criminal Mind

Lincoln's Bachelor's of Science Degree in Criminal Justice and the Study of the Criminal Mind may be just what you're looking for if you've dreamed of a career with excitement, plenty of opportunities for advancement and a chance to improve life in your community. You'll be taught by experienced professionals with real-world experience in criminal justice. And you'll prepare for career in law enforcement, government, state and federal agencies or the private sector.The Criminal Justice and the Study of the Criminal Mind program is a comprehensive Bachelor of Science Degree granting program designed to provide students with a solid foundation in Criminal Justice. Students will acquire an advanced knowledge related to criminal justice and the criminal mind, as well as thorough understanding of the essential concepts, theories, principles and practices to broaden their career opportunities in the Criminal Justice profession.

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice and the Study of the Criminal Mind

Baker College Online

This program from Baker College explores the philosophical underpinnings of crime and justice. The program prepares graduates with the skills, tools, and methods needed to work in the criminal justice profession. Interpersonal communication and writing skills germane to the criminal justice profession are practiced throughout the program. Graduates will model ethical behavior and a commitment to service with the skills necessary to respond to complex and dynamic situations appropriately. Graduates will understand the interrelatedness of police, corrections, and the courts. Concepts of justice, duty, and societal issues will be examined along with various ethical issues related to criminal justice topics.

American Public University

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a Concentration in Forensics

The Criminal Justice program prepares students for a career in law enforcement or corrections. The degree program provides students with knowledge in the areas of U.S. law enforcement, criminology, criminal investigation and community relations. The Criminal Justice program provides the student with an understanding of the United States Criminal justice system. Available areas of study help students focus on juvenile issues, causes of crime and criminal behavior, corrections and incarceration, investigative procedures and/or forensics and investigative techniques. The Curriculum offers a useful educational experience and academic skills for students who wish to pursue graduate study or possibly a career as a Customs Officer, Probation Officer, Police or Corrections Officer, Criminal Investigator, Special Agent or Secret Service Officer. A concentration is also available providing students greater knowledge in the specific area of interest.

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice

Forensic science is the application of scientific methods and analysis of scientific data to support the law. The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Forensics program is designed for students who are seeking an in-depth scientific study of crime, criminal behavior, crime scene investigation theories, and the importance of scientific analysis as evidence presented in the criminal justice system. The focus of this program is on the study of scientific theories and analyzing these theories associated with crime scene investigation techniques. Students learn the theory of forensic science, including the nature and scope of the discipline; the application of forensic science to crime, police investigation and the adjudication process; and the legal and ethical issues associated with forensics. Students receive a solid foundation of course work that provides the content, analytical, and communication skills required for working in complex criminal justice occupations. Students also will learn the importance of scientific analysis of physical evidence and its place in a justice system setting.

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a Concentration in Forensics

Bachelor of Arts in History

The degree program provides students with knowledge in the areas of juvenile/delinquent behavior issues, criminal law, criminal justice, security, terrorism and other current and timely topics. The Master of Arts in Criminal Justice addresses security issues to ensure students learn the effects and changes to the U.S. Criminal Justice system as well as addressing broader countermeasures in light of the events of Sep 11th. This graduate degree program offers a curriculum in the administration of criminal justice, leading to a Master of Arts. The Curriculum offers a useful educational experience and academic skills for students who wish to pursue doctoral study or possibly a law enforcement position. The Criminal Justice program provides the student with an understanding of the United States Criminal justice system. The design of the program focuses on students seeking career opportunities or advancement in the justice-related fields. Students choose from numerous major courses to focus their studies.

Master of Arts in Criminal Justice

While allowing them to tailor the major to individual needs during the junior and senior years, the new major ensures that students will learn about the "big picture" through exposure to four historical perspectives. The history major has recently been re-designed to better suit professional aspirations and interests. Students in this program learn critical and analytical thinking, and effective writing and research methods. They are exposed to the social impact, consequences, and changes of various pivotal historical events. Students graduating from this program apply their skills and abilities as curators and archivists or in professions involving writing, research, advocacy, editing, politics, and historical preservation.

Bachelor of Arts in History

Master of Arts in Intelligence Studies

The Master of Arts in Intelligence Studies program's core courses impart substantive knowledge and analytic skills required by all professionals in the intelligence community. This provides professional, graduate-level academic education in the interdisciplinary field of intelligence studies. Student learning is greatly enhanced by the diversity of program professors with strong professional and academic backgrounds in intelligence studies, many who currently work in the US Intelligence Community. Students may also pursue concentrated study in functional areas or intelligence sub-fields.

Master of Arts in Intelligence Studies

Bachelor of Arts in Homeland Security

The Department of Homeland Security has adopted an all-hazards approach to incident planning and response, but there is considerable focus on preventing terrorist activity and preparing to respond to terrorist threats.Along with preparation in a number of areas across the homeland security and emergency management spectrum, the fully developed degree program at APUS prepares students for the complexities of this field. APUS takes an integrated approach that reflects this discipline in its current emergency state in its degree programs.There is considerable discussion about concepts such as emergency and disaster management, all-hazards approach, consequence management and consequence mitigation, risk prevention and management, counter-terrorism, and others in the homeland security area. Educators are still grappling with what makes up the various applied and research fields of study, and what are the academic disciplines inherent in this emerging field. While terms and practices emerge, some clarity is slowly becoming evident. However, concepts are not so distinct that they can be studied independent of one another for some of the areas within the homeland security arena. For example, there is a spirited debate as to whether or not counter-terrorism is intrinsically the dominant theme of an all-hazards approach to risk management.Clear and definitive guidelines have not yet evolved in this emerging field and it is clear the subject is complex in theory and practice. The immaturity of the field prevents consensus and accepted standards from emerging.

Bachelor of Arts in Homeland Security

Virginia College Online

The new Criminal Justice Program at Virginia College, where technology meets law enforcement. Virginia College's associate degree in Criminal Justice is offered online to fit the busy schedules of today's students. If you are interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice, or if you have a strong desire to make your community a better place in which to live, this program is right for you. Prepare for or enhance your career in law enforcement in an online setting. For those with work hours that vary from day to day, for students with an active family life, or for people who just want to complete their course work on their own schedule, online learning is an excellent option. The program will help you succeed in a variety of criminal justice positions, including courtroom administrator, private security officer, police officer, probation or parole officer, juvenile delinquency case manager, police detective, corrections officer, industrial security, homeland security, or commercial security.

Prepare for or enhance your career in law enforcement online in the Criminal Justice program at Virginia College where technology meets law enforcement. Virginia College's bachelor degree in Criminal Justice is offered online to fit the busy schedules of today's students. Online learning is an excellent option for people who just want to complete their course work on their own schedule, for those with work hours that vary from day to day, or for students with an active family life.This program is right for you if you are currently employed in the field, if you are interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice, or if you have a strong desire to make your community a better place in which to live. The program will help you succeed in a variety of criminal justice positions, including police officer, courtroom administrator, juvenile delinquency case manager, private security officer, probation or parole officer, corrections officer, police detective, industrial security, homeland security, or commercial security.

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ) degree is designed to help prepare students to take on leadership and managerial positions at the local, state, and federal levels of the criminal justice system and to provide an advanced and in-depth study of the criminal justice system from a management and administrative viewpoint. The curriculum includes advanced courses in the different fields of the criminal justice system, including juvenile justice, law enforcement, and corrections, as well as courses that will increase the students' understanding of social science research and criminological theories. In addition to successful completion of all required courses and elective hours, as a means to fully demonstrate the students' mastery of the material learned, students will be tasked with completion of four comprehensive examinations which will cover specific course materials. Students will also complete an Area Paper or a research paper in a field of interest within criminal justice. This project must be completed prior to graduation, and its topic and specifications required must be overseen, approved, and graded by an approved MSCJ faculty member.Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

Develop the tools needed to conduct social science research in criminal justice institutions
Analyze the issues and decisions made at the administrative levels of the criminal justice system
Demonstrate a familiarity and understanding of criminological theories
Conduct detailed research, analyze data, and report findings in a thorough manner
Summarize the major tenets of modern criminal justice research
Identify the salient features of modern criminal justice policy
Describe the strategies, principles, theory, and techniques of evidence gathering during criminal investigations

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

American Military University

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a Concentration in Forensics

The Criminal Justice program provides the student with an understanding of the United States Criminal justice system.The degree program provides students with knowledge in the areas of criminology, U.S. law enforcement, criminal investigation and community relations. Available areas of study help students focus on juvenile issues, causes of crime and criminal behavior, corrections and incarceration, investigative procedures and/or forensics and investigative techniques. The Criminal Justice program prepares students for a career in law enforcement or corrections. A concentration is also available providing students greater knowledge in the specific area of interest. The Curriculum offers a useful educational experience and academic skills for students who wish to pursue graduate study or possibly a career as a Police or Corrections Officer, Probation Officer, Criminal Investigator, Customs Officer, Special Agent or Secret Service Officer.

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice

The focus of the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Forensics program is on the study of scientific theories and analyzing these theories associated with crime scene investigation techniques. Forensic science is the application of scientific methods and analysis of scientific data to support the law. This program is designed for students who are seeking an in-depth scientific study of crime, crime scene investigation theories, criminal behavior, and the importance of scientific analysis as evidence presented in the criminal justice system. Students learn the theory of forensic science, including the nature and scope of the discipline; the legal and ethical issues associated with forensics; and the application of forensic science to crime, police investigation and the adjudication process. Students receive a solid foundation of course work that provides the content, analytical, and communication skills required for working in complex criminal justice occupations. Students also will learn the importance of scientific analysis of physical evidence and its place in a justice system setting.

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a Concentration in Forensics

The Master of Arts in Criminal Justice addresses security issues to ensure students learn the effects and changes to the U.S. Criminal Justice system as well as addressing broader countermeasures in light of the events of Sep 11th. The design of the program focuses on students seeking career opportunities or advancement in the justice-related fields. This graduate degree program offers a curriculum in the administration of criminal justice, leading to a Master of Arts. The degree program provides students with knowledge in the areas of criminal law, criminal justice, juvenile/delinquent behavior issues, security, terrorism and other current and timely topics. The Criminal Justice program provides the student with an understanding of the United States Criminal justice system. Students choose from numerous major courses to focus their studies. The Curriculum offers a useful educational experience and academic skills for students who wish to pursue doctoral study or possibly a law enforcement position.

Master of Arts in Criminal Justice

Harrison College

This program is designed to produce graduates who are able to utilize their systems perspective of all relevant aspects of the criminal justice system to create appropriate professional decision making at all levels of criminal justice. The mission of the Bachelor of Science Criminal Justice completion degree is to provide students with a systems perspective of criminal justice system, including law enforcement, courts, and corrections. Graduates can pursue entry-level positions with local a regional law enforcement, correctional agencies, and other criminal justice organizations with eventual advancement to state and federal positions in all aspects criminal justice upon successful completion of the program. The major competencies of the criminal justice bachelor degree graduate include the theoretical causes of criminality, knowledge of the criminal justice system and the law, the methods of criminal justice policy research, as well as aspects of professionalism and ethics for criminal justice practitioners.

The Associates of Applied Science in Criminal Justice program is designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in the criminal justice field in both the public and private sector. The program provides students with a broad spectrum of coursework in corrections, law enforcement, private security, and investigation. Graduates can pursue entry-level positions with local or state law enforcement agencies, the federal government, insurance companies, correctional facilities, and private security services upon successful completion of the program. Students may also take courses in Introduction to Corrections, Criminology, Juvenile Justice, Criminal Investigations, Criminal Justice Ethics, Introduction to Criminal Courts, Business Law, Psychology, Cybercrime, Business Math, and Criminal Law and Procedure.

Upper Iowa University

The purpose of the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program is to prepare the learner to understand the application of legal guidelines, research-based theory, and ethical principles to the practical functioning of the criminal justice system. Course highlights include Juvenile Delinquency, Criminal Law, and Ethics in Criminal Justice.

Master of Public Administration - Government Administration emphasis

The M.P.A. with a Justice Administration emphasis is designed to prepare learners to exercise leadership positions in agencies and organizations with missions in the areas of law enforcement and/or investigation. The purpose of the emphasis is to prepare the learner for successful management of government and not-for-profit agencies at the federal, state or local level, with sub-state organizations or regional, and with non-government organizations involved in the public sector.

Master of Public Administration - Government Administration emphasis

LA College Online

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice Online

The prospectus of Associate of Science degree in Criminal Justice provides a firm basis in areas of criminal behavior, criminology methods, public policy, specialized interpersonal communication, and criminal justice and ethical issues. The program is intended to offer graduates with the skills and data required to work successfully in a assortment of, corrections, probation, government, and private security settings. This degree trains students to transition into the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program. Graduates from the AS in Criminal Justice program will be capable to converse efficiently for unceremonious, official, and quantitative tasks and will be acquainted with the principles and jargon of the field. They will be proficient to access information resources, assess for importance and reliability to present a extensive array of substitutes.

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice Online

Liberty University Online

Liberty University's Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice program is a great stepping stone toward a degree in the social sciences, or a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, which is offered through Liberty University Online. This program is also good preparation for a law degree. The Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice prepares students for careers in juvenile justice, probation and parole, policing (to include deputy sheriffs), corrections, court services, security, crime analysis and federal service in various capacities (e.g., Border Patrol, Capitol Police, ATF, FBI, DEA, ICE, etc.).Potential Career Options: Victim Advocacy, Juvenile Justice, Administration, Casework, Corrections, Counseling, Federal Service, Probation and Parole, Social Services, Policing, Security, Court Services, Crime Analysis.

Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice

The program serves as good preparation for a law degree, notably for those wishing to become prosecutors. It can also be a good starting point for students planning to pursue advanced study in the social sciences. Students will master management and leadership skills, with an emphasis on the study of crime and justice in American society through Liberty University's Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program. This degree also prepares you for careers in juvenile justice, probation and parole, policing (to include deputy sheriffs), corrections, court services, security, crime analysis, and federal service in various capacities (e.g., ATF, DEA, FBI, Border Patrol, Capitol Police, ICE, etc.). Potential Career Options: Social Services, Corrections, Administration, Casework, Counseling, Juvenile Justice, Probation and Parole, Victim Advocacy, Crime Analysis, Policing, Security, Court Services, Federal Service.

Iowa Central College Online

Iowa Central College hosts the state's Homeland Security Training Center, which trains 'first responders' throughout Iowa. In addition, Iowa Central College Online has assembled some of the nation's foremost experts in law enforcement and tactical training for this innovative program. The program consists of courses in Intro to Criminal Justice, Criminology, Corrections, and Juvenile Delinquency. Training includes Terrorism Awareness, Weapons of Mass Destruction, Incident Command, and Bombing Awareness. This degree program is both timely and essential with a special emphasis on homeland security.

Everest College Phoenix-Online

Are you interested in law enforcement? You can gain the skills necessary to protect life and property, maintain law and order, and conduct administration, planning, and research services through Everest College's comprehensive program. It is designed to prepare you for a career in forensic sciences, corrections, probation, law enforcement, criminology, security administration, and immigration.The program includes a comprehensive study of the national criminal justice system, correctional organizations, and law enforcement agencies. You will learn the nature and extent of crime and delinquency, and the cause and explanation of criminal behavior. The curriculum offers a balance of theory and application in the areas of: Introduction to Corrections, Policing, Criminology, Criminal Evidence, Computer Applications, Criminal Procedure, Criminal Justice Report Writing, Principles of Management, and Constitutional Law.

Are you interested in law enforcement? You can gain the skills necessary protect life and property, to maintain law and order, and conduct administration, planning, and research services through our comprehensive program. It is designed to prepare you for a career in law enforcement, corrections, criminology, probation, forensic sciences, immigration, and security administration.The curriculum offers a balance of theory and application in the areas of: Criminology, Criminal Evidence, Criminal Procedure, Introduction to Corrections, Policing, Criminal Justice Report Writing, Constitutional Law, Concepts of Criminal Law, Computer Applications, and Juvenile Delinquency.The program includes a comprehensive study of the national criminal justice system, correctional organizations, and law enforcement agencies. You will learn the nature and extent of crime and delinquency, and the cause and explanation of criminal behavior. Basic investigative techniques, rules of evidence, and the philosophy of criminal law are additional areas of study.

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Investigations

Everest College Online's Associate's in Applied Science in Criminal Investigations program offers the fundamentals of crime scene investigation theory and science. Students in this program will receive education in fingerprints classification & latents, biological evidence, criminalistics, technology crimes, crime scene photography, and crime scene dynamics. Upon completion of this program, students will be prepared to work in federal, state and local governments, forensic laboratories, laboratories, hospitals, insurance companies, universities, arson investigation units, homicide investigations, or medical examiners offices. Career opportunities include private investigations, fingerprint technicians, and forensic science technician.

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Investigations

Northcentral University

Master of Business Administration - Criminal Justice

The criminal justice system is now a global multicultural network connecting distinct legal traditions and codes; both domestically and internationally. Exposure to best practices in the business world enhances comprehension of the challenges and opportunities facing modern business leaders and the various stakeholders they serve. The online MBA degree program in from Northcentral University prepares learners to advance to higher levels of leadership in business. Advanced coverage of classic and contemporary theory in business administration is blended with key practical skills all managers need to succeed. The modern CJ manager must possess the necessary skills to operate within a worldwide venue; coordinating the efforts of local, state, federal, and multinational organizations and international resources at home and abroad.

Master of Business Administration - Criminal Justice

Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration - Criminal Justice

The criminal justice system is now a global multicultural network connecting distinct legal traditions and codes; both domestically and internationally. The need has never been greater for business leaders who can contribute to the knowledge base of contemporary business by making strategically adroit linkages between theory and practice. Learners gain the skills to meet that need through in-depth exposure to the insights offered by the world's leading organizations, rigorous reflection on their professional experiences, review of classic and cutting edge theory and research, and mastery of methods and techniques to assess, identify, understand and communicate strategically critical knowledge. The modern CJ manager must possess the necessary skills to operate within a worldwide venue; coordinating the efforts of local, state, federal, and multinational organizations and international resources at home and abroad.

Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration - Criminal Justice

Doctor of Business Administration - Criminal Justice

The criminal justice system is now a global multicultural network connecting distinct legal traditions and codes; both domestically and internationally. The Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.) serves as preparation for advanced positions of leadership in philanthropy, business, government, and policy and advocacy organizations. D.B.A. learners gain the skills to advance to top leadership positions and to retain them through in-depth exposure to the insights offered by the world's leading organizations, rigorous reflection on their professional experiences, review of classic and cutting edge theory and research, and mastery of methods and techniques to identify, understand, apply, and communicate strategically critical knowledge. The modern CJ manager must possess the necessary skills to operate within a worldwide venue; coordinating the efforts of local, state, federal, and multinational organizations and international resources at home and abroad. D.B.A. learners focus upon the communication and application of knowledge in Business Administration as stewards of the discipline of Business Administration.

Doctor of Business Administration - Criminal Justice

Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Business - Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice CAGS benefits Learners focused on developing competencies across a wide spectrum of criminal justice subjects and issues required for career advancement in justice system, law enforcement, criminal investigation and the corrections system. This CAGS specialization will explore the global multicultural network connecting distinct legal traditions and codes, both domestically and internationally.

Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Business - Criminal Justice

Union Institute & University

BA in Criminal Justice (Degree Completion)

Union Institute & University's Online Criminal Justice Degree Completion Program (CJDCP) is designed to offer criminal justice professionals the opportunity to pursue their educational goals while continuing their work in the field. The curriculum is designed to prepare police officers for administrative and leadership opportunities. Highlights include Criminal Justice Organizational Management, Victimology, Multicultural Issues in Criminal Justice, Supervision in the Criminal Justice Field, and Applied Ethics in Criminal Justice. A direct response to the unique educational needs of law enforcement professionals, the degree completion program can be completed entirely online. Programs begin 6 times per year, and courses last 8 weeks.

BA in Criminal Justice (Degree Completion)

Western International University

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Behavior

Are you interested in law enforcement, criminal justice, or social work as a career choice? This degree program combines courses in criminal justice and behavioral science to prepare you for success in a variety of professional settings in the areas of the administration of justice, crime prevention, or rehabilitation. You'll learn about public policy and the causes, prevention of crime, and enforcement in today's society.

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Behavior

American InterContinental University Online

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BSCJ) - Law Enforcement

American InterContinental University's Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Law Enforcement offers students with aspirations to pursue career paths that can include State Insurance Fraud Investigator, DEA Agent and many others.Learning from experienced instructors, students can absorb career-relevant knowledge that can immediately be applied in real-world professional situations. Instructors will cover material including:

issues involving police ethics, police culture, and the public image of police agencies in the media;
the history and theories of crime prevention and preventative methods employed by police agencies and much more;
and the elements of investigation including crime scenes, witnesses and evidence, investigative techniques, evidence documentation, interrogation and arrest.

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BSCJ) - Law Enforcement

Associate of Arts in Business Administration (AABA) - Criminal Justice

The AIU Online Associate of Arts in Business Administration with a concentration in Criminal Justice combines real-world business skills with specific knowledge of the criminal justice field. Students learn to solve administrative problems and articulate the functions of each component of the criminal justice system: law enforcement, the courts system and corrections. They are also taught to apply management techniques in criminal justice organizations and security situations.AIU Online's course delivery system incorporates Flash® technology and rich, interactive multimedia to make this program one of the most sophisticated online degree programs in the online education industry. This curriculum has been carefully designed to provide a seamless transition into AIU Online's Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree completion program. AIU Online's accelerated AABA program can be completed fast.

Associate of Arts in Business Administration (AABA) - Criminal Justice

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BSCJ) - Special Populations

The online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree completion program through AIU Online can provide students with a solid foundation in some of the most interesting aspects of the industry, from law enforcement to corrections.Building on this foundation, the concentration in Special Populations focuses on the impact of diversity on the criminal justice system as a whole; the policies and enforcement of drug-related crimes; and the philosophies and processes of the juvenile justice system.Best of all, courses are taught by experienced instructors who bring expertise and knowledge of the criminal justice field to every class they teach. When earning your online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree you need the latest technologies at your fingertips. Students will be engaged in courses that incorporate rich, interactive multimedia technology through AIU Online's student-friendly Virtual Campus.

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BSCJ) - Special Populations

Everest University Online

Associate's in Criminal Investigations

Everest University Online's Associate of Science in Criminal Investigations program teaches students the fundamentals of crime scene investigation science and theory. Subjects taught include but are not limited to crime scene photography, criminalistics, fingerprints, technology crimes, collecting and presenting audio & visual evidence and biological evidence. In addition to written skills and current resume preparation, students will develop a positive self-image, assessing competitiveness strengths, learning job search techniques, career expectations. Graduates may pursue careers as independent forensic science consultants, print examiners, fingerprint technicians, forensic investigators, in private investigation, or evidence technicians.

Associate's in Criminal Investigations

Associate's in Criminal Justice

The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Criminal Justice program focuses on crime, law enforcement, correction, and the criminal justice system. This program helps students understand the mechanisms of social control and the resolution of criminal justice problems, including currently accepted procedures which are updated on a continuing basis applying an interdisciplinary approach. Graduates of this program may secure employment in the criminal justice system in a variety of positions including juvenile parole or correctional officer, counselor, private investigator, caseworker, or social worker. A career in criminal justice offers many benefits and possibilities. Among them are: working in a professional environment, job security, the potential for career advancement, and the personal satisfaction of doing interesting, highly valuable work that serves the public.

Associate's in Criminal Justice

Bachelor's in Criminal Justice

The Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice enhances the study of the criminal justice system and expands into areas such as gang activity, drug operations, probation, and criminal justice management. This provides students with a broader study for criminal justice's concepts and theories. Students in the Bachelor's program can further their education by taking optional courses in computer crime, cultural diversity for law enforcement, or concepts in criminal law. A career in criminal justice offers many benefits and possibilities. Among them are: working in a job security; professional environment; the personal satisfaction of doing interesting; and the potential for career advancement, highly valuable work.

Bachelor's in Criminal Justice

Ivy Bridge College of Tiffin University

Associate of Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement

RETS College Online

Associate - Criminal Justice / Homeland Security

RETS College's Criminal Justice/Homeland Security program prepares students professionally and academically for entry level positions in the criminal justice field as correction officers, law enforcement officers, probation officers, parole officers and private security personnel. Employment with certain law enforcement agencies may require separate certification through a basic police training academy.This series of online courses is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in traditional criminal justice, focusing on such vital topics as criminal law, investigation and the American court system. Students are exposed to issues in homeland security and terrorism computer based crime and multiculturalism in law enforcement. The curriculum is designed to provide an education that is practical and relevant to the existing and emerging careers in the criminal justice field. The graduate can demonstrate communication and employability skills and can apply appropriate business ethics to all areas of the job.

Associate - Criminal Justice / Homeland Security

California Coast University

The Associate of Science Degree in Criminal Justice refines a student's commitment to personal values and professional competence. The program is a self-paced learning program that may be completed online. Allowing students to begin their degree programs at any time during the year, study programs are not structured in semesters, quarters or terms. The curriculum integrates sociology, corrections, ethics, juvenile justice, and the legal system to prepare graduates for employment in areas such as law enforcement, corrections and probation. For a total of 60 semester units of credit, students must satisfy the following course requirements: 10 General Education Courses, 6 Major courses, and 4 General Elective Courses.

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice is a self-paced learning program that may be completed online. Allowing students to begin their degree programs at any time during the year.Study programs are not structured in semesters, quarters or terms. Focus is placed on new technologies, increased need for law enforcement personnel, and homeland security. The curriculum combines juvenile justice, sociology, corrections, ethics, and the legal system. For a total of 126 semester units of credit, students must satisfy the following course requirements: 14 Major Courses, 14 General Elective Courses, and 14 General Education Courses.

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