Criminal Justice Specialist Certificate Program

CJ21 - 201003

Program Description

The Criminal Justice Specialist certificate of credit 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. Completers receive a technical certificate of credit. Entry-level persons will be prepared to pursue opportunities in the criminal justice field.

Program Specific Information

Students are accepted each semester based on course and space availability.

Program Length & Availability

1 Semester

Campus Availability: Hall, Forsyth, Barrow, Online

Financial Aid

This program is not eligible for the Pell Grant but may be eligible for Institutional and State Financial Aid.

Contact a Financial Aid Counselor for eligibility requirements and application materials.

Admissions Requirements

Must be 16 years of age. 

ACCUPLACER Testing, or submit SAT, ACT, COMPASS, or ASSET test scores.

Curriculum

Program-Specific Core – Total of 15 Hours

CRJU 1010Intro to Criminal Justice

3

CRJU 1030Corrections

3

CRJU 1040Principles of Law Enforcement

3

CRJU 1068Criminal Law/Criminal Justice

3

CRJU 2020Constitutional Law for CRJU

3

Total Credit Hours: 15

Graduation Plan

Semester One

Apply for Graduation

CRJU 1010Intro to Criminal Justice

3

CRJU 1030Corrections

3

CRJU 1040Principles of Law Enforcement

3

CRJU 1068Criminal Law/Criminal Justice

3

CRJU 2020Constitutional Law for CRJU

3

Total Credit Hours:15

CRJU 202 - Co-Req: CRJU 1010

Total Credit Hours: 15

This plan is for informational purposes ONLY. It is not a substitute for meeting with a program advisor each term.

Graduation Requirements

Although a High School Transcript or GED is not required for admission to this program, one must be provided showing proof of graduation/completion before any credential may be awarded from Lanier Technical College.