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. 

Request official ACCUPLACER, SAT, or ACT test scores be sent to the Admissions Office or refer to our Admissions Assessment Procedure found here for more options: Admissions Testing – Lanier Technical College.

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 requirement includes completion of a total of 15 hours in the above areas.

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.