Course variations

Course summary

The program assist students in developing skills and knowledge in counseling, law, courts, probation and parole, enforcement, and security. It prepares students for careers in criminal or juvenile justice, law enforcement, the courts, or corrections and to transfer to a four-year institution for further studies. Students will have an understanding of criminal law and the criminal justice system so that they can apply what they have learned to current issues and to the ever-changing local, state, and federal laws.

Program modules

Modules include: CJ150 Intro to American Criminal Justice 3, CJ155 Intro to Corrections 3, CS135 Computer Literacy 3, EN110 Writing I 3, HM101 Freshman Seminar 1, SC140 Intro to Sociology 3, CJ215 Juvenile Delinquency 3, EN212 Writing II 3, PS115 General Psychology 3, MT110 College Algebra or higher 3, CA115 Public Speaking 3, CJ273 Criminology 3, History or Political Science 3, Science Course 5, EN Literature 3, CJ250 Criminal Law and Procedures 3, Humanities Course 3, Religion/Philosophy/Ethics 3, Science Course 5.

Entry requirement for international students

Student must have either graduated from high school or home school, and should have attained a passing score on the general equivalent diploma (GED) as set by the state of Indiana (standard average score of at least 450 (or 45 for tests prior to 2002). They also have a score of at least 410 (or 41) on all remaining tests) and meet established Federal Ability to Benefit Guidelines through placement test scores.

Qualification

Associate degree

Awarding body

Ancilla College

Department name

Ancilla College