Associate's Degree

See also Criminal Justice—Bachelor of Science Degree

Prepare to Protect & Serve

The purpose of the two-year criminal justice major is to prepare students with practical skills and training from a biblical perspective for entry-level employment in law enforcement.

Learning Outcomes: Graduates of the criminal justice program will be able to

• formulate a rationale to support ethical and moral choices based on a biblical worldview,
• articulate the role of the criminal justice professional in the God-ordained institution of government,
• demonstrate foundational college-level knowledge relevant to the various areas of the criminal justice system, and
• communicate effectively in written presentations.

Students study administration of police units, collection of evidence, police laboratory techniques, theory and practice of handling convicted law violators, the criminal justice processes, and the role of law enforcement in American society. When requirements are successfully completed, the student is awarded an Associate of Science degree. Academic requirements completed in this program also apply to the Bachelor of Science degree should a student desire to continue his studies after two years.

Because a baccalaureate degree in criminal justice can lead to higher entry-level and possible management positions, students are encouraged to complete the Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice.

Academic Requirements
Students must have at least a “C” in all criminal justice courses and in PM 225 Wilderness First Aid. Because of the standard course rotation, the program should be begun in the fall semester.

Academic Program Fee
$110 per semester or $27.50 per payment