Criminal Justice Technology AAS
Program Description (Major Code: CJT3)
The Criminal Justice Technology Degree program emphasizes a combination of criminal justice theory and practical application necessary for successful employment as well as continued educational advancement to a four-year institution. Graduates who are current practitioners will benefit through enhancement of career potential. Entry-level persons will be prepared to pursue diverse opportunities in the corrections, security, investigative, and police administration fields. Completion of the Criminal Justice
Technology Associate Degree does not ensure certification of officer status in Georgia. Students must seek such certification from the Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Council.
Admissions Requirements
- Must be 16 years of age
- Completion of high school or GED and submission of official transcript required to apply
- Achievement of minimum program admission scores in Reading, English, and Math
- Transfer of previous post-secondary credits will be determined by the Office of Enrollment Services
Student Performance/Graduation Requirements: Students must maintain a 2.0 grade point average and complete all required courses to graduate.
Course Outline
Curriculum
General Education Courses (15 Credits)
Area I – Language Arts/Communications
Area II – Social/Behavioral Science – Select one of the following
Area III – Natural Science/Mathematics – Select one of the following
Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts - Select one of the following
General Education Elective – Select one of the following
| XXXX XXXX | Any additional course from Areas I-IV | 3 |
Occupational Courses (33 Credits)
Occupational Electives – Select five of the following (15 Credits)
Total Credit Hours: 63
Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 5 Credits
Estimated Program Cost: $11,029