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2019-2020 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Criminal Justice, AAAS Planning Guide
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How to use this Planning Guide:
This planning guide provides in-depth information about the requirements for this degree. Review this information with your advisor and develop a plan for completion.
- Click on “print degree planner”
 for a print-friendly version of this planning guide; when you apply for graduation, you will use this form to document the classes you have taken.
- The Class Schedule will tell you when classes are available this quarter.
- The Annual Schedule can provide information about when classes are typically offered throughout the year.
Program Description:
The Criminal Justice Associate in Applied Arts and Sciences degree is designed to prepare students for careers in law enforcement, corrections, private security as well as some legal/paralegal positions. Shoreline Community College works closely with local advisory committees and industry professionals to ensure students receive the knowledge and skills currently in demand by employers in the field. Students interested in pursuing a four-year baccalaureate degree in Criminal Justice should follow the Criminal Justice AA-DTA transfer degree planning guide.
NOTE: Credit may be awarded by the CJ advisory for police academy or in-service police training.
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AAAS Degree (90 Credits)
Note: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this publication. However, the information is subject to change without notice and final career decisions are the responsibility of the student.
Program Prerequisites:
High School Diploma or GED and college placement.
General Education - 15 Credits
Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning (5 Credits)
Choose one of the following courses: Any college level MATH 100 level, MATH& 107 , MATH& 141 , MATH& 142 , MATH& 146 , MATH& 148 , MATH& 151 , MATH& 152 , MATH& 163 , MATH& 264 , MATH 111 , MATH 207 , MATH 208 , MATH 211 , PHIL& 120 , BUS 102 .
Core Requirements - 20 Credits
Criminal Justice Core Requirements - 40 Credits
Fifth Quarter
Internship is recommended for either 5th or 6th quarter. It is only offered winter and spring quarters
Sixth Quarter
*Internship is recommended for either 5th or 6th quarter. It is only offered winter and spring quarters
Criminal Justice Professional Electives - 15 Credits
Choose from the following courses: CAST 102 /SOC 102 , CAST 202 /SOC 202 , CJ 130 , CJ 135 , CJ& 106 , CJ 245 , SOC 112 , CJ 291 , CJ 292 , CJ 293 , CJ 294 , CJ 295 , CJ 297 , CJ 298 , CJ 299 , CAST 285 /GWS 285
Approval To Graduate
Student Name, SID and Date: ____________________________________________________
Faculty Advisor and Date: _______________________________________________________
Division Dean and Date: ________________________________________________________
Credential Approval and Date: ____________________________________________________
Program Information:
Length of Program: 90 Credits
Completion Award: A.A.A.S. Degree
Enrollment: Fall (recommended), Winter, Spring
Approximate Quarterly Costs: $35-115
(in addition to tuition, books and parking)
Website: www.shoreline.edu/criminaljustice/
EPC 832
Criminal Justice-What is it?
The Criminal Justice Program offers students an overview of the historical, governmental and administrative structures that have shaped and continue to influence the field of criminal justice. The program explores relevant ethical and social issues and promotes self-awareness. Students develop skills in human relations, leadership, analytical reasoning and communication and learn methods for effective police patrol and strategies for preventing and investigating criminal activities.
Program Outcomes:
Students who successfully complete this program -by achieving a GPA of 2.0 or better for the entire program-should be able to:
- Understand federal and state constitutions and their respective criminal codes.
- Demonstrate basic theories of police operations and management.
- Communicate effectively within the criminal justice system.
- Effectively communicate with the public and respond to various problems many of which may not be criminal in nature.
- Understand the importance of fairly enforcing the laws which regulate public conduct.
- Discuss the importance of properly identifying, collecting and preserving evidence.
- Discuss the value of preliminary traffic and criminal investigations and the documentation and effective courtroom presentation of these findings.
- Understand the importance of the community’s feeling of safety and it’s implications for the application of standard patrol practices and police interventions.
- Understand and apply concepts of community-oriented policing.
Career Opportunities-What can I do with a Degree in Criminal Justice?
The employment outlook is very good with job growth expected to continue over the next decade. Successful employment in many positions - particularly law enforcement positions - is dependent upon passing competitive entrance examinations, meeting various medical requirements, and passing background investigations. Good performance and additional training can enhance opportunities for advancement.
Potential employers include: Graduates can be employed by municipal, county, state or federal law enforcement, juvenile and adult correction facilities, private and corporate security/investigation firms. For more, please visit career information and resources at http://www.shoreline.edu/counseling-center/career-counseling.aspx.
Shoreline Community College
16101 Greenwood Ave N
Shoreline, WA 98133-5696
206-546-4101
www.shoreline.edu
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