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    Oct 07, 2024  
Catalog 2024-25

Criminal Justice AAS


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Two-Year Associate of Applied Science Degree

This degree is offered to students interested in criminal justice and related careers. Students will gain exposure to a broad curriculum of criminal justice studies which stress both practical knowledge and theory.

Students will be academically qualified for positions requiring a two-year degree in fields such as law enforcement, corrections, and related fields. This degree may also prepare students for transfer to a four-year college or university for further study in criminal justice or a related field.

For more information about the program, please see our program page: www.klamathcc.edu/cj

Credit for Prior Learning

This program may provide prior learning credit and extended learning opportunities for persons previously or currently employed in related professions.
For more information: https://www.klamathcc.edu/cpl

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:

  • Explain the criminal justice system in terms of how various elements interact to accomplish the mission of the criminal justice system.
  • Interpret case law and statutes pertaining to specific criminal justice roles.
  • Describe the constitutional rights of citizens, offenders, and victims as they apply to state, federal, and procedural laws.
  • Identify legal and moral responsibilities of criminal justice professionals as they relate to cultural diversity and establishing positive community relationships.
  • Describe the dynamics of interviews and interrogations to as they relate to conducting effective investigations.
  • Recognize behaviors that indicate substance abuse and/or mental health issues during encounters with individuals.

Program Requirements


Number of credit hours necessary for completion: 93

Required Courses


Student Success


Communications


Oral Communication

Writing

For information about placement in a writing course, please refer to the: Writing Pathway .

Computation


Students must select one course in this general education requirement. 

For information about placement in a math course, please refer to the: Math Curriculum Pathway .

Health & Wellness


Student must select one course in this requirement.

Arts & Letters


A minimum of three Arts and Letters credits are required from these options.

Social Sciences


A minimum of three Social Sciences credits are required from these options.

Recommended course

Additional Options

Science / Math / Computer Science


A minimum of eight Science/Math/Computer Science credits are required from these options.

Electives


Students must complete electives as required to bring the total number of credits to 93. The following courses are recommended, but any 100- or 200-level courses may be chosen as an elective.

Arts and Letters Course Options


Social Sciences Additional Course Options


Science / Math / Computer Science Additional Course Options


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