Criminal Justice Degree Program
Associate of Science in Criminal Justice
Are you interested in a career in criminal justice? If so, then earning an Associate of Science in Criminal Justice (ASCJ) degree, online or in one of our campus locations, is a great way to start pursuing your career.
The criminal justice field is expanding and there is a greater demand than ever for skilled workers in local, state and federal systems*. The Criminal Justice associate degree is designed to help prepare you for a variety of entry-level positions in criminal justice by addressing areas such as investigation and law enforcement, law and courts, corrections and parole, juvenile delinquency and the juvenile justice system.
When you graduate, you can pursue career opportunities such as:
- Campus Security Coordinator
- Social and Human Services Assistant
- Court Clerk
- Deputy Clerk
- County Clerk
- Judicial Planner
- Peace Officer Trainee
- Loss Prevention Officer
Additional education and/or experience may be required by some agencies or organizations for some positions. The ASCJ satisfies the requirements for the first two years of the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.
The AS in Criminal Justice Degree Program includes CTU Academic Certificates**
CTU Academic Certificates are résumé-enhancing credentials built right into course content, so you can progressively add marketable skills to your professional qualification as you study.
- Corrections Technician
- Domestic Violence
*US Bureau of Labor Statistics, "Occupational Outlook Handbook" 2008-09 Edition http://www.bls.gov/oco/cg/cgs042.htm
**CTU Academic certificates may vary by campus.
To learn more about CTU, our degree programs or how to apply for admission, please contact us for more information.
This program is available at the following CTU campuses: