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Criminal Justice
在线大学课程

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Program Length

60-120

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Online

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AS, BS

Degree Pathways

多学位途径

Criminal Justice
在线大学课程

Earning a degree in criminal justice online IS possible with Herzing

AccreditationAccredited by the Higher Learning Commission
OptionsAssociate and bachelor’s degree pathways
Transfer credit最多90个认可学分
Format100% online classes you can take right at home
PathwaysQualified students can earn dual credit towards a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or 社会工作硕士(MSW)
QuickPathsTransfer credit, 可叠起堆放的凭证, and adaptive learning technology build a faster pathway to a higher education with Herzing University
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Overview: Online Criminal Justice Degree Programs

Criminal Justice degree options include associate and bachelor's programs which prepare you for a variety of careers in the field of criminal justice and public safety. The online degree programs provide students with fundamental knowledge and skills in criminal law, 危机干预, report writing, 执法道德, evidence forensics, and much more.

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Access to extensive virtual services, 包括学术建议, tutoring, support services, technical support and library services.

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We support your ongoing career advancement by providing comprehensive, personalized student services with lifelong career coaching.

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Criminal Justice Bachelor's Degree Online

Earn an associate degree in as few as 20 months and get your criminal justice career off to a fast start.

Criminal Justice Bachelor's Degree Online

Earn a bachelor's degree in as few as 32 months and build a strong foundation to continue advancing your criminal justice career in the future.

Curriculum

Adapting to change: 2024 curriculum updates

We’ve recently updated our criminal justice curriculum to prioritize the modern interdisciplinary knowledge and skills needed for success in the criminal justice industry in the present and future.

New and refreshed course topics include:

  • 执法安全
  • Community health
  • Mental health
  • 社区修正
  • 应急管理
  • 危机干预
  • Victimology
  • 多样性、公平和包容

BS-CJ curriculumAS-CJ curriculum

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Dual Credit

Save time and money by earning dual credit

Enroll in the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and you can take up to 9 credit hours of dual-credit graduate level coursework to use towards a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or 社会工作硕士(MSW). 

Our goal as a university is to create pathways for you to pursue the career you’ve always wanted and find success in your work. 

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Careers

What can I do with a degree in criminal justice?

There are many different career opportunities for graduates of our criminal justice program. Your choices for jobs exist at the federal, 州和地方两级, as well as private sector organizations.

You may qualify for these types of jobs with a degree in criminal justice, among others:

我如何在事业上取得进步?

Jobs in criminal justice often have multiple levels of rank, and advancement is determined by level of education, 经验长度, 以及工作表现. As most positions are in the public sector, specific levels must be reached before advancement can occur; this may include a minimum exam score, 在这个职位上的年数, or the next level of degree in criminal justice.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

You are typically not required to earn a degree to enroll in police academy and work as a police officer. A high school diploma is often the minimal required formal education, 有必要的背景调查. Some agencies may require a bachelor’s degree or a certain number of credit hours, 尤其是在联邦层面.

According to a 2017 study from the 国家警察基金会,大约三分之一(30).2 percent) of police officers in the U.S. 拥有四年制大学学位. 刚刚超过一半(51).8 percent) hold a two-year degree, and 5.4%拥有研究生学位.

While you may not need a degree for your first entry-level job as a police officer, if you plan to continue advancing your career in criminal justice, earning an associate or bachelor’s degree is a good idea.

Yes, you can earn your associate or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice online. Look for a regionally accredited university like Herzing that has a well-rounded curriculum and experienced faculty and staff. Universities that offer student advisors and online support can help prepare you for academic success.

Once you have your associate or bachelor’s degree, you can also pursue additional training or education to help increase your earning potential and further your career.

There are many benefits to earning a criminal justice degree. One is that you can get a variety of jobs including police officer, public official, 或者刑事调查员. Some jobs may require more education or experience, but a criminal justice degree can help provide a rich base of knowledge that can prepare you for a well-paying and lengthy career in different sectors.

Another benefit is there is a continued need for criminal justice professionals to help ensure the safety of the nation's citizens.

A third benefit is there are nationwide opportunities, because every city and state has a need for experienced criminal justice professionals in a variety of roles.

To determine the best degree option, you must consider your ultimate career goals. A homeland security degree is very focused and may be a good fit if you know you would like to work in that specific field. It offers students a background in national security, 包括恐怖主义, counterterrorism, and intelligence.

A degree in criminal justice may be a good fit if you enjoy criminal justice but would like to have more career options. A criminal justice degree provides students knowledge of law enforcement, criminology, law, 以及社区关系. Because it has a wider focus, it can be applied to many different jobs in different sectors.

Yes, absolutely. A degree in criminal justice can help prepare you for a variety of jobs, from law enforcement to public service. The field continues to expand, offering people more career opportunities. In addition, a criminal justice degree provides a strong base of knowledge for future learning, if you choose to pursue additional learning, 比如法律学位或 master’s of business administration (MBA) degree.

If you enjoy learning about the law, possess a strong sense of responsibility, and would like to help serve your community, a criminal justice degree may be a great fit. Learn more about our criminal justice degree program today!

Criminology is the study of crime, including its causes, consequences and costs. Criminology students study the behavior patterns, backgrounds, and sociological trends of criminals.

Criminal justice is a social science that seeks to identify and explain criminal behavior, as well as how society deals with crime. Criminal justice majors focus more on the legal and correctional systems, 对犯罪的威慑, 以及行为的道德规范. Students in a criminal justice program often study a variety of topics including legal studies, psychology, 公共管理, and sociology.

虽然它们是不同的, both criminologists and criminal justice professionals work in the criminal justice sector to lessen crime and improve society.

Course subjects and topics in our bachelor’s degree program include:

  • 刑事调查, which provides an overview of the investigative process and current issues.
  • Criminal Law, which covers key components of criminal law and its enforcement. It also includes an overview of the criminal law process, defenses, and jurisdiction of the courts. 
  • 执法道德, which reviews 公共管理 and ethical issues involved with public service.
  • Evidence Forensics, which covers the law model and types and current rules of evidence acquisition.
  • Introduction to Homeland Security, which details the creation of the Department of Homeland Security and its strategies and initiatives, as well as legal issues related to homeland security.
  • Risk Assessment, which helps students learn how to assess and identify threats, analyze targets, and implement approaches to risk assessment.

With an associate degree in criminal justice, you may be eligible for a variety of jobs, including security guards and 一线主管s of protective service workers. These jobs are found in a variety of industries, including travel, gambling, and investigation and security services.

According to the 劳工统计局(BLS), security guards earned an average salary of $36,700 per year ($17.64 per hour).*

With a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, you can be eligible for jobs such as 一线主管 of correctional officer, 一线主管, police officer, or detective. The BLS reports the average wage for detectives and 刑事调查员s is $91,610 per year ($44.04 per hour).

Herzing University’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice may be completed in as few as 32 months. Transfer up to 90 approved credits to get it done even faster. The associate degree path typically takes 20 months to complete.

With year-round learning and opportunity to transfer in prior college credit, Herzing University offers you the opportunity to start quickly and get your career moving.

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This program provides students with comprehensive academic knowledge of criminology, law enforcement, corrections, and the criminal justice system as well as the skills and techniques used in these disciplines. This degree can also provide advancement opportunities for law enforcement personnel requiring a bachelor's degree when applying for or advancing within the profession. (Some states, including but not limited to Minnesota, 需要额外的认证, licensing, and/or training academy completion to be eligible for employment in a law enforcement capacity.)

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* 劳工统计局(BLS), U.S. 劳工部, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics 2022 / Occupational Outlook Handbook 2022. BLS estimates do not represent entry-level wages and/or salaries. Multiple factors, 包括之前的经验, age, geography market in which you want to work and degree field, will affect career outcomes and earnings. Herzing neither represents that its graduates will earn the average salaries calculated by BLS for a particular job nor guarantees that graduation from its program will result in a job, promotion, salary increase or other career growth.

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