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ANC's Criminal Justice Program

 

This two-year Associate in Applied Science Degree program in Criminal Justice is designed for the student, with or without police experience, who is interested in a career of law enforcement and criminal justice.  The program combines a broad background of courses in the area of law enforcement with a sound liberal arts education; however, it is not designed as a substitute for regular in-service or recruit training but is geared to complement practical police knowledge.  Employment opportunities for graduates are available in city, county, state, and federal agencies, private industry, education, and the armed forces.

 

 

Key Questions:

 

Are you a "detail" person?

  • Careers in criminal justice require careful attention to and documentation of details

Are you able to work different shifts?

  • Law enforcement and corrections officers normally work different shifts in the course of their jobs

Do you like to work outdoors?

  • Law enforcement and corrections officers often work outdoors in discharging their duties

Are you comfortable wearing and, possibly, using firearms?

  • Most careers in law enforcement, corrections, and private security require persons to wear firearms and to be able to use firearms if extreme circumstances warrant

Do you want to pursue a career in counseling, such as juvenile counseling?

  • The AAS in Criminal Justice is not the degree for you; careers in counseling require at least a bachelor's degree, meaning the Associate in Arts might be your best option for now
 

Key Skills / Aptitudes:

  • Interpersonal skills

  • Writing

  • Analytical ability

  • Dependability

  • Self-control
   
 

Specific Career Opportunities:

  • Law enforcement officer

  • Corrections officer

  • Private security
   
 

Possible Work Settings:

  • City police force

  • Sheriff's office

  • Prison or jail facility

  • Federal government facility

  • Private industry facility