Criminal Justice Degree Program

Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice

In the Criminal Justice degree program you can learn more about your interests in law enforcement, security, corrections, victim advocacy or in working with juveniles and social services, this degree program can get you on your way.

Along with a foundation of communication, interpersonal and sociological skills, you can learn many aspects of the criminal justice system including investigation, law enforcement, law and courts, corrections and parole, juvenile delinquency and the juvenile justice system.

This Associate Criminal Justice degree satisfies the requirements for the first two years of the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.

When you graduate, you can pursue career opportunities such as:

  • Police Officer
  • Legal Assistant
  • Corrections officer
  • Dispatcher
  • Security
  • Victim Advocate
  • Loss Prevention Associate
  • Insurance Fraud Investigator
  • Homeland Security Officer
  • Customs agent
  • Juvenile Correctional Officer
  • Court-appointed Special Advocate

Additional training and/or education may be required for certain positions.

The AAS 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

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:

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