Certificate in Criminal Justice

The certificate program in Criminal Justice is designed to provide students with both theoretical and applied professional development in the field of criminal justice. The theories of criminology as well as the judicial, law enforcement and correctional systems will be studied. This program is designed for those wishing to enter this exciting and growing field, as well as for current professionals who wish to further develop their knowledge or who wish to prepare for graduate studies in the field.

The Criminal Justice program prepares individuals for many career opportunities:

The program consists of the eight courses listed below, at least five of which must be taken at Assumption College.

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Required Courses:

• Introduction to Criminal Justice
• Introduction to Corrections
• Introduction to Law Enforcement
• Criminal Law & Procedures
• Social Problems
• Criminology
• Juvenile Delinquency
• Violent Crime

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