Criminal Justice, AA

Criminal justice is the study of the system through which crimes and criminals are identified, apprehended, judged, and punished.

This is a sample transfer guide; consult with a counselor or pathway advisor to develop your degree plan.

Associate of Arts

Required Courses

Course NumberTitleCredits
ENG 110College Writing I

3

or

ENG 160College Writing & Research

4

ENG 111College Writing II: Literature

3

or

COM 113Interpersonal Communication

3

LEN 101Intro Law Enforc/Crim Justice

3

LEN 102Police Organization/Administra

3

LEN 204Delinquency Prevention/Control

3

PHI 106Critical Thinking

3

or

PHI 203Introduction to Logic

3

PSI 101American Government

3

SOC 102Principles of Sociology

3

or

SOC 103Contemporary Social Problems

3

SOC 205Racial & Ethnic Relations

3

Fine Arts

3

Foreign Language

8

Humanities

3

Mathematics

3

Other Cultures

3

Science

4

Wellness/Physical Education

2

Elective Courses

9

Total Credit Hours: 62

Transfer Notes: This degree program is designed to be a transfer option for a bachelor’s degree with a major in criminal justice. After transfer, students may be able to select an option within the major, such as juvenile justice, the courts system, or law enforcement administration.