Criminal Justice Technology, Associate of Applied Science CJT3
The Criminal Justice Technology associate degree program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for Criminal Justice professions. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of Criminal Justice theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a Criminal Justice Technology associate degree. Graduates who are current practitioners will benefit through enhancement of career potential. Entry-level persons will be prepared to pursue diverse opportunities in the corrections, security, investigative, and police administration fields. Completion of the Criminal Justice Technology associate degree does not ensure certification of officer status in Georgia. Students must seek such certification from the Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Council.
Degree Requirements
Area I - Language Arts/Communications
Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences
Select one course (3 hours).
Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics
Select one course (3 hours).
Area IV - Humanities/Fine Arts
Select one course (3 hours).
Additional Course from Areas I, II, III, or IV
Select one course (3 hours).
Occupational Courses
Practicum or Internship
Select one course (3 hours).
Occupational Electives
Select a minimum of 15 hours from the following courses.
Total Credit Hours: 60