Brandon James Hoover, J.D., Program Director
Technology 206
301-784-5300
https://allegany.edu/criminal-justice/index.html
This certificate program is designed for persons employed in criminal justice, law
enforcement and corrections and for those desiring to prepare for employment in those
agencies. This program will give students an opportunity to pursue initial study in
their field of occupational interest, to set an academic goal, and will still allow
for continuation toward an Associate of Applied Science degree or a Bachelor's of
Science degree in Criminal Justice.
Completion of below courses will qualify a student to apply for a Certificate in Criminal
Justice.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
ONE-YEAR CAREER PROGRAM
PREPARATION FOR EMPLOYMENT
| FIRST SEMESTER | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Criminal Justice 101 (Introduction to Criminal Justice) | 3 |
| Criminal Justice 103 (Criminal Law) | 3 |
| Criminal Justice 115 (Juvenile Justice) | 3 |
| English 101 (English Composition I) | 3 |
| Sociology 101 (Introduction to Sociology) | 3 |
| Total: | 15 |
| SECOND SEMESTER | |
| Criminal Justice 106 (Introduction to Corrections) | 3 |
| Criminal Justice 205/Political Science 205 (Introduction to American Constitutional Law) | 3 |
| Criminal Justice 210 (Policing) | 3 |
| Political Science 101 (American National Government) | 3 |
| Psychology 101 (General Psychology) | 3 |
| Total: | 15 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 30 |
NOTE: All courses specifically identified by course number are graduation requirements for this program.
