This program provides the student the opportunity:

• To demonstrate knowledge of the criminal justice system.
• To demonstrate an understanding of crime in society.
• To demonstrate the necessary competencies and skills to advance in the profession of criminal justice.

The graduate of this program is able to:

• Identify and describe the purposes of the major components of the criminal justice system.
• Describe principles, procedures and techniques involved in processing a case through the criminal justice system.
• Explain the impact of crime on various components of society.
• Describe and evaluate varied theories of crime and relate crime to other social issues.
• Demonstrate the ability to think logically and creatively in solving problems characteristic of the criminal justice system.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills, ethical behavior and professional values.