Criminal Justice-Corrections-Associate in Applied Science
The Criminal Justice curriculum is designed to give students the academic background and initial training for careers in corrections. Upon initial enrollment in the program, students must complete an “Application to Participate” form. Entry into the program is determined through the evaluation of personal qualifications and after the screening of the application which states that the student has no felony convictions (see NOTE). This is an occupational program typically not designed to transfer; however, the program has been articulated to some senior institutions (Eastern Illinois University, Western Illinois University, Indiana State University).
NOTE: The requirements for employment in the field include: acceptable high school record, no felony convictions, good physical condition with no physical impairments, acceptable corrected vision, no hearing loss, and evidence of emotional stability.
Required Courses
First Semester
| CRIM 100 | Intro to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRIM 105 | Introduction to Corrections | 3 |
| ENGL 121 | Communication Skills | 3 |
| SOCY 100 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| Math or Science Elective | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Second Semester
Third Semester
| CRIM 208 | Criminal Justice Internship | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Fourth Semester
Fifth Semester
Total Credit Hours: 60