The Associate in Applied Science in General Technology – Criminal Justice offers a foundation in criminal law, police administration, criminology, communications and writing skills.

Associate in Criminal Justice

Program Summary:
The Associate in Applied Science in General Technology – Criminal Justice (AAS.GEN.CRJ) degree is the appropriate pathway for students seeking careers in homeland security, border protection, fraud investigation, public and private security, law enforcement or corrections. The Criminal Justice degree program is also the pathway for individuals already in law enforcement who would like to advance their career or advance their knowledge of crime, security, investigation, community safety, law enforcement, and/or technology.

The Criminal Justice degree program is also the appropriate pathway for students working toward a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Criminology.  

The program offers a foundation in criminal law, police administration, criminology, communications and writing skills. The program focuses on real-world application of criminological principles. Courses are taught by current and former law enforcement personnel, so students enrolled in the program will be able to gain valuable insight into the working world of law enforcement. The program provides graduates with knowledge and skills in:

• Law Enforcement, Security, Surveillance and Investigations
• Juvenile Justice
• Courtroom Procedures
• Corrections
• Anti-terrorism and Homeland Security Functions

Program Length:
The Associate in Applied Science in General Technology – Criminal Justice program requires 73 semester credit hours of instruction. Full-time students can complete the program in a minimum of seven semesters. Placement test scores and full-time status will determine actual length of program completion.

Associate in Applied Science in General Technology – Criminal Justice

Affordable and Convenient:
By enrolling in the Associate in Applied Science in General Technology – Criminal Justice program, students can obtain a college degree by attending college close to home at one of NETC's four community campuses conveniently located in Pageland, Cheraw, Bennettsville and Dillon. With day, evening, online and weekend classes, students can obtain an education while meeting family needs or working a job. For those pursuing a bachelor's degree, students can also save money by starting their college education at NETC at a fraction of a cost of attending a four-year institution. NETC has partnered with several four-year colleges and universities to provide seamless transfer opportunities. Click NETC's Bridge Programs for more information.

Supportive:
For students graduating high school, NETC's small classes and tight-knit learning environment helps prepare students for the demands of earning a higher education. For older students who may be returning to the classroom after starting a family or looking to make a career change, NETC offers a focused environment among like-minded, goal-oriented students.

Employment:
The Criminal Justice degree program is a pathway to the following career opportunities:

• Police Officer
• State Trooper
• Corrections
• Probation
• Parole
• Community Corrections
• Insurance Investigations
• Border Patrol
• U.S. Customs
• Private Security
• Juvenile Justice
• Clerk of Court or Law Firms
• Park Ranger
• Federal Officer/Investigative Positions including those related to FBI, CIA, DEA and TSA (e.g., Federal Air Marshal and Transportation Security Officer)

Job outlook information is available through the U.S. Department of Labor's 2010-2011 Occupational Outlook Handbook.

Admission:
Northeastern Technical College adheres to an open-admissions policy and does not impose restrictive standards for admission. Students may request admission based on academic preparation and will be assisted in the process of course selection by faculty advisors. To download an application form, apply online or find information about tuition and other fees, visit the Admissions page.