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CRIMINAL JUSTICE - Associate of Science Degree
Would you like to make a difference in your community? Do you want to work with troubled juveniles, in crime prevention and investigation, corrections, or law enforcement?* Provo College's accredited Criminal Justice program gives you the education you need to begin your career with confidence. With the average graduation time of 18 months, you'll quickly get out of the classroom and into an in-demand career.
Just how in-demand is a Criminal Justice degree? The U.S. Department of Labor projects that Forensic Science Technicians will be among the fastest growing careers through 2014, with a projected need of 13,000 jobs over the next seven years. (U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2006).
*Additional training may be required for some law enforcement jobs.
Request InformationCriminal Justice graduates are trained in:
- Criminology
- Juvenile delinquency
- Law enforcement operations
- Criminal law
- Crime control and asset protection
Average program length:
Associate of Science Degree in Criminal Justice - 18 months
Course Overview:
93 QUARTER HOURS
*Required for Criminal Justice
Criminal background check and/or drug screen tests may be required for externship and/or employment.
Job Titles for Criminal Justice Graduates:
- Forensic Science Technician
- Private Investigator
- Victim Assistance Counselor
- Juvenile Counselor
- Security Officer
- Corrections Officer
