What Can I Do With This Degree?

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Faculty:
Anne Vinson
Sam Wade

As the field of criminal justice becomes more sophisticated and complex, advanced training and education become more critical. The NC State two-year curriculum includes courses in interview and interrogation, drugs and narcotics, photography, family violence, criminal law, criminology, and criminal investigations. The qualities that a person should have to be successful include: keen powers of observation; mental alertness and emotional stability; ability to work within prescribed rules and regulations; and the ability to handle responsibility, discipline, and physical fitness.

Criminal Justice Curriculum (in PDF format)

Mandatory Math Placement (Effective Winter Quarter, 2007) 

On-Campus Bachelor's Completion Options:
YSU - Criminal Justice  | U.C. - Addictions Study
NC State Contact: Bruce Sliney 888-755-4899 ext. 4866

Online Bachelor Degree
Completion Option

Other 4-Year Degree Transfer Options

Related Programs/Certificates:
Criminal Justice Peace Officer Option
Forensic Science Certificate

NOTE: INDIVIDUALS WITH A FELONY AND/OR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CONVICTION MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY GAINING EMPLOYMENT IN THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE FIELD . Students with misdemeanor convictions should seek advice from an advisor in the Criminal Justice program.