Associate of Applied Science, Criminal Justice: 2007-2008 Catalog
Programs of Study |
Criminal Justice
Law Enforcement/Academy
Associate of Applied Science
The Law Enforcement Academy emphasis is designed to prepare students for various careers within the field of criminal justice. In Nevada, a Category I and III Post Certificate is necessary for most local and state jobs in the criminal justice field. This major, with the Western Nevada State Peace Officer Academy as the emphasis, allows a student to go right into a criminal justice career in Nevada.
Salary: $46,500–$64,700 / year (Nevada)
Career Outlook: Faster than average growth through 2014
Good To Know: Communication skills are important; may work weekends, holidays and nights
WNC Academic Division: For more information about this program of study, please contact the Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service Division.
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Total Requirements: 66.5 credits
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| Core Requirements |
18 Credits |
| CRJ 101 |
Introduction to Criminal Justice I |
3 |
| CRJ 102 |
Introduction to Criminal Justice II |
3 |
| CRJ 164 |
Principles of Investigation |
3 |
| CRJ 220 |
Criminal Procedures |
3 |
| CRJ 230 |
Criminal Law |
3 |
| CRJ 270 |
Introduction to Criminology |
3 |
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| Emphasis Requirements |
33.5 Credits |
| CRJ 103 |
Communication Within the Criminal Justice Field |
3 |
| CRJ 266B* |
Western Nevada State Peace Officer Academy |
27 |
| EMS 100B |
Healthcare Provider CPR |
0.5 |
| EMS 113B |
First Responder |
3 |
| * Spring and summer classes that will fulfill the POST requirement |
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| General Education Requirements |
15 Credits |
| English/Communications Requirement (Recommended: ENG 101) |
3 |
| Mathematics Requirement |
3 |
| Science Requirement |
6 |
| U.S. and Nevada Constitution Requirements |
3 |
| A list of all courses filling general education requirements for the Associate of Applied Science can be found on the Associate of Applied Science Degree Requirements page. |
Note: Documentation and currency of health insurance (card) is required.
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