Everest University

Criminal Justice: Associate in Applied Science

When you complete this Criminal Justice degree program, you will be prepared to begin an exciting career in corrections facilities, probation departments, criminology, forensics, law enforcement agencies, immigration, and security.

Our comprehensive program prepares you to play a role in maintaining law and order, securing public safety, and conducting administrative, planning, and research tasks.

Students will be exposed to both theoretical and practical knowledge in such areas as:

  • Criminology
  • Criminal Evidence
  • Criminal Procedure
  • Criminal Investigations
  • Criminal Justice Communications
  • Introduction to Terrorism
  • Introduction to Corrections

Students will study from a comprehensive curriculum that focuses on national criminal justice system, correctional organizations, and law enforcement agencies.

By studying criminal justice, you will learn the reasons for criminal behavior, as well as the nature and extent of the problems of crime and delinquency. Other related areas of study include rules concerning evidence, basic investigative techniques, and criminal law philosophy.

You will build a strong foundation for a successful career from having access to skills such as critical thinking, research and organization from specialized studies.

Career Opportunities in Criminal Justice

With your criminal justice education, you may consider such careers as:

  • Corrections officer
  • Security patrol officer
  • Assistant social worker

The Bachelor of Science Degree program in Criminal Justice prepares students for exciting and rewarding positions corrections and probation departments, criminology, forensic sciences, law enforcement, immigration, and security.

Our program will fully prepare you to play an important part in maintaining law and order in society, ensuring public safety, and conducting administrative, strategy, and investigative services.

List of education programs offered by Everest University in Criminal Justice

  • Criminal Investigations
  • Criminal Justice
  • Master of Science Criminal Justice

Everest University list of campuses in Criminal Justice

  • Everest University - Brandon - Tampa, (Florida)
  • Everest University - Jacksonville - Jacksonville, (Florida)
  • Everest University - Lakeland - Lakeland, (Florida)
  • Everest University - Melbourne - Melbourne, (Florida)
  • Everest University - North Orlando - Orlando, (Florida)
  • Everest University - Orange Park - Orange Park, (Florida)
  • Everest University - Pinellas - Clearwater, (Florida)
  • Everest University - Pompano Beach - Pompano Beach, (Florida)
  • Everest University - South Orlando - Orlando, (Florida)
  • Everest University - Tampa - Tampa, (Florida)
 

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