Jun 07, 2025  
2025-2026 Academic Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Academic Catalog

Criminal Justice, A.A.


The Criminal Justice Associate of Arts degree curriculum includes the study of criminal justice including criminal law, court systems, corrections, policing, juvenile justice, and professional responsibility and ethics in criminal justice professions.

The program is designed to provide graduates with employable skills for entry-level positions in law enforcement, corrections, probation, and/or juvenile corrections. It also provides students with knowledge and skills that prepare them to successfully transfer to a four-year learning institution and obtain a Baccalaureate degree.

Note:  Student must earn a grade of ‘C’ or higher in all courses to obtain the Criminal Justice A.A. degree.

SJC First Year Experience Requirement: 0-3 Credits


General Education Requirements: 31 Credits


Mathematics:


Laboratory Science:


TOTAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS: 61-64 Credits


Suggested Course Sequence for Full-Time Students:


Students who for any reason are unable to follow the suggested course sequence should contact an academic advisor for help with adjustments.