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Associate of Science in Criminal Justice (BSCJ) provides interested professionals the opportunity to be part of the solutions that professionals in the criminal justice field create every day.
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Science in Criminal Justice Degree Overview
The objective of the AS in Criminal Justice is to provide the opportunity for graduates to gain insight into court, security, police, and corrections operations. Graduates will also have the potential to learn how to handle the legal, social, and technological challenges in the criminal justice field and move into law enforcement, political jobs, and legal jobs, such as a paralegal or judicial assistant.
Graduates from ASCJ program will:
- Obtain general knowledge about the criminal justice system, including familiarity with the criminal law, criminal procedure, victimization, the adjudication process, corrections options, police-community relations, evidence, ethics and theory.
- Get the skills necessary to communicate effectively in writing, solving complex problems demonstrating they can see problems from multiple perspectives and still support their final conclusions with persuasive arguments.
- Become familiar with the main principles of the United States Constitution. They will learn to apply Constitutional principles relating to individual rights and due process to actual criminal justice problems.
- Interpret, and evaluate information in a variety of forms while critiquing a crime scene scenario
Approach complex problems from a diverse perspective while considering alternative solutions when critiquing a crime scene scenario.
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Criminal Justice Courses & Curriculum
The Associate of Science in Criminal Justice degree program consists of 20 courses for 60 academic credits. All courses are three credits.
18 credits
- COMP 110 Computer and Office Applications
- ENGL 101 English Composition I
- ENGL 102 English Composition II
- GNED 112 Student Success Strategies
- MATH 106 College Mathematics
- MATH 110 College Algebra
Foundations of Criminal Justice (12 credits)
- CJLE202 Criminal Justice Research and Writing
- CJLE230 Critical Thinking in Criminal Justice
- CJLE240 Criminology
- CJLE245 Ethics and the Criminal Justice Professional
Justice System (12 credits)
- CJLE235 Juvenile Justice Systems and Court-Involved Youth
- CJLE250 Criminal Court Systems
- CJLE255 Law Enforcement Organization and Administration
- CJLE260 Corrections
Law (6 credits)
- CJLE265 Criminal Procedure
- CJLE270 Criminal Law, Evidence and Procedures
Law Enforcement (12 credits)
- CJLE263 Criminal Behavior
- CJLE257 Police Theory and Practices
- CJLE271 Current Issues in Criminal Justice
- CJLE275 Criminal Investigations
Science in Criminal Justice Requirements & Outcomes
Graduates of the Associate of Science in Information Technology are able to:
- Evaluate a computer-based network, system, process, component, or program to meet defined needs.
- Organize information systems solutions to meet the needs of employers and communities in a global society.
- Critique a data model in the development, deployment, and evaluation of information technology processes.
- Describe an N-tier application environment using industry best practices.
- Complete an admissions interview conducted in person or via online methods.
- Sign and submit an attestation of high school (or equivalent) completion.
- Equivalencies include a GED Certificate. Home schooled students must present a diploma that meets the requirements of the state in which it was issued. (Students with non-US credentials please see International Student Admissions Requirements below).
- Submit a completed application
- Arrange for official transcripts from all colleges/universities previously attended to be submitted to the Office of Records and Registration, University of the Potomac.
- Submit grade reports or scores from any recognized college equivalency examinations (e.g., CLEP, DANTES, and Advanced Placement).
- Submit certificates from any corporate education training or professional development programs. (Note: An ACE evaluation form may be required to determine appropriate credit for corporate educational training.)
- Submit military training documents. (Note: An ACE military evaluation form may be required to determine appropriate credit for military training.)
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Associate in Information Technology Jobs & Opportunities
IT specialists help support the execution and monitoring of technology-related projects, such as software development, installations, upgrades and migrations.
Security specialists assist in identifying, analyzing, managing and mitigating information technology risks, threats and vulnerabilities.
Technical support specialists provide computer equipment support, ranging from installing and testing hardware and software to training end users.
Help desk specialists log, track and respond to information technology support requests, especially hardware- and/or software-related issues.
Network specialists assist in troubleshooting and mitigating network problems, as well as resolving operational issues and restoring services.
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Associate of Science in Information Technology Frequently Asked Questions
An Associate in Information Technology is a two-year undergraduate program that UOTP offers. During your time at UOTP, you’ll develop core technical skills as well as improve your critical thinking and communication efficiency.
Whether you choose to study full-time or part-time, on-campus or online, earning an Associate Degree in Information Technology will typically take you two years to complete.
UOTP aims to provide qualitative education at an affordable price. So we can assure you that it won’t cost you an arm and a leg to get your degree. You can have a clearer idea of how much you will be spending on your Associate Degree in Information Technology by calculating your school cost. Not to forget that UOTP offers financial aid, scholarships, and other financial resources to keep your education affordable.
With an Associate Degree in Information Technology you are eligible for entry level jobs like IT specialist, security specialist, technical support specialist, help desk professional, or network specialist.
Yes, you can. The University of the Potomac allows you to choose whether you want to enroll in an on-campus or online program. It is entirely up to you to choose how you want to get your degree.
It all starts with you deciding to get an Associate Degree in Information Technology. After you make sure that you meet the UOTP admission requirements, you check the application deadline and start with the application procedures. Not to forget that you can always contact an admission officer to help you with the whole process.
