Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement
10-504-1 Associate Degree (two-year)
Offered at Rice Lake
Municipal. County. State.
In today’s criminal justice field, it is increasingly important that employees understand the challenges of a changing society. This program will provide you with the right skills to handle the complex situations you will encounter as a criminal justice official at municipal, county, or state government levels. The program also gives officers in active service an opportunity to continually improve their skills and earn an associate degree. You may also start your career as a security guard or private investigator in the retail, commercial, industrial, or private sectors.
Professional. Unbiased. Observant.
Successful graduates have certain characteristics and skills that help them succeed in the field. As you prepare for your career, you should strive to reach a comfort level in the following courses or skills:
- Grammar/Business English
- Speech
- Basic Math/Algebra
- Economics
- Business Law
- Psychology
- Health/First Aid
- Physical Education
Admission Requirements
General Admission Requirements
Program Outcomes
As a graduate, employers will expect you to be able to:- Communicate effectively.
- Demonstrate basic computer skills.
- Demonstrate knowledge of legal principles and relevant state statutes.
- Understand theories of criminal behavior.
- Explain the structure and procedures of the court system.
- Describe the various structures of police organizations.
- Explain the structure and procedures of the juvenile system.
- Interview witnesses and suspects.
- Investigate traffic accidents.
- Explain current and past policing strategies.
- Protect/process crime scenes.
- Demonstrate an understanding of American social institutions.
- Meet eligibility standard for law enforcement/corrections employment.
Program Costs
The estimated total program cost for the two-year Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement program is approximately $4,475. View more information on program and costs.
