Administration of Justice, AS-T

Credits: 60.0

The Criminal Justice program is designed to provide students with the basic theoretical knowledge that will prepare them for a career in law enforcement or corrections. The program develops a high level of academic, personal, and professional competence demanded in a wide range of agencies. The following is required for all AA-T or AS-T degrees: Completion of 60 CSU-transferable semester units. Minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult with a counselor for more information. Completion of a minimum of 18 semester units in an “AA-T” or “AS-T” major. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of C or better (title 5 § 55063). Certified completion of the CalGETC General Education Pattern. NOTE: Should the student fall below the 60 units between the major unit requirements and the CalGETC pattern, the deficit units shall be comprised of transferrable elective units.

Program Outcomes

1. Acquired fundamental grounding in communications, science, mathematics, humanities, the social sciences and self-develop
2. Acquired theoretical knowledge and practical skills in law enforcement and corrections.