Criminal Justice

Available: Phil Campbell and Shoals Campuses
Advisor: K. Tucker (8060) ktucker@nwscc.edu
M. Holt (5303) michael.holt@nwscc.edu

This degree is designed for students entering into Criminal Justice careers, particularly for those interested in law enforcement. Although many of the courses in this career program may transfer to four-year institutions, this program is not designed for transfer. This program does not include many courses that four-year institutions require in their general education program.

Entering students are required to complete ORI 107. Transfer students are exempt from this requirement.

 

NOTES:

* Criminal Justice Courses are offered on the Phil Campbell campus depending on student demand.

* Students who have successfully completed the Police Academy (as established by the Alabama Police Officers and Training Commission) may be given credit for CRJ 100, CRJ 110 and CRJ 140 with the approval of the CRJ advisor.

 

Area I: Written Composition

Keyboarding skills are essential for the successful completion of English 101.

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6

Area II: Humanities and Fine Arts

Item #
Title
Credits
Humanities and Fine Arts Elective  +
3
Sub-Total Credits
6

Area III: Natural Sciences and Mathematics

Choose one course from the natural sciences:

Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Physical Science and Physics. 

Item #
Title
Credits
Natural Science Elective  +
4
Sub-Total Credits
7

Area IV: History, Social and Behavioral Science

Students may also choose a U.S. History course instead of POL 211. 

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6

Area V: Technical Concentration and Electives

Item #
Title
Credits
CRJ Elective  +
3
CRJ Elective  +
3
CRJ Elective  +
3
CRJ Elective  +
3
Sub-Total Credits
36
Total credits:
61

Overview

Program

Type

Associate in Applied Science