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The CCBC Criminal Justice Studies degree program is designed to prepare students for service to the community in the fields of law enforcement, homeland security, juvenile services, private security, parole and probation, corrections, and law.
♦ Essential courses for your program and specific requirements
► Milestones and additional reminders
When directed to complete a General Education Elective, select a course within the category from the list of approved General Education Courses.
For Program Electives , select from course options listed in Program Electives. Students should review their Welcome Packet or consult with faculty to determine recommended electives based on area of interest. Electives are offered each semester except winter; however not every elective is offered each semester.This course sequence reflects the curriculum for a student who has completed any developmental coursework and has no transfer credits. Completion of 30 credits per year is needed to earn this degree within two years.
►You're making great progress! Check in with your Advisor to make adjustments to your goals as needed, and plan for your next steps.
►Meet with an Advisor to review your education plan, and to discuss the next steps for your career or transfer goals.
→ Students intern for 75 hours onsite at a Criminal Justice Agency and have written work to submit. There is no specific classtime. Refer to the Welcome Packet or program website for more information.
►Way to go! It is time to apply for graduation. Visit the Graduation website for details and check in with an Advisor for assistance in mapping out your final courses.
*Credit students who are new to college (no successfully completed transferable college credits from other institutions) are required to take ACDV 101 - Academic Development 101. This 1-credit course is designed to be taken in the first semester at CCBC. Students must provide an official transcript(s) from an accredited institution to document successful completion of college coursework for the ACDV 101 requirement to be waived.
Courses may not be offered every semester; refer to course description for offering information or view the course schedule.
Only courses within your program of study are eligible for Financial Aid assistance.
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