Studying Criminal Justice at Calhoun
Your Degree Options
Your Path To Transfer to a University <br /><span class="uk-h6">Criminal Justice, A.S.</span>
The Associate of Science in Criminal Justice is ideal for students transferring to a bachelor’s program, with courses in psychology, sociology, and criminal law covering foundational skills for advanced studies in criminal justice or related fields.
The student should consult with an academic advisor at Calhoun for advice regarding transfer. Careers in probation, juvenile justice, law enforcement, corrections, security, and court administration, as well as most federal jobs within the criminal justice system require a bachelor’s degree.
Your Path To An Entry Level Position<br /><span class="uk-h6">Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Criminal Justice </span>
This degree emphasizes career readiness, equipping students for entry-level positions in law enforcement, corrections, and security. The Alabama Department of Corrections, State and local law enforcement agencies, local or private correctional facilities, and local security operations are all examples of agencies that hire frequently from the student pool with this emphasis.
Your Path to Build Your Skills<br /><span class="uk-h6">Security Certificate (Short-Term) </span>
This certificate offers a quick pathway to develop specialized skills in security operations, covering fundamentals like surveillance and safety protocols.
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The Alabama Transfers Program is an articulation agreement between Alabama’s two-year colleges and its public universities. It outlines transfer pathways, including course equivalencies and requirements, to ensure that students can seamlessly transfer their earned credits, reducing the risk of duplication and loss of academic progress. It guarantees that the credits earned at one institution will transfer and count toward degree requirements at another participating institution. Find your path at https://alabamatransfers.com/.
