The Cisco College Criminal Justice program provides students with a basic understanding of the parts of the criminal justice system, as well as expanded knowledge in specialized fields of study. Students will be prepared to work in a variety of of roles, including police officers, probation officers, criminologists, customs officials, correctional officers, public and private investigators, and research and planning analysts.
A student receiving a degree, Level I, or Level II certificate must complete the capstone requirements. The Criminal Justice courses in this plan are recommended by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). Some courses will transfer to various 4-year universities. Verify course transferability with the university you plan to attend.
Prerequisites
There is no special selection criteria for this program
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| Degrees & Certifications | Program Length |
|---|---|
| Associate of Applied Science | Four semesters |
| Criminal Justice Level II Certificate | Three semesters |
| Criminal Justice Level I Certificate | Two semesters |
What Can This Program Do For You
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Criminal Justice Associate of Applied Science Degree Plan
First Semester Second Semester CJSA 1322/ CRIJ 1301 Intro to Criminal Justice 3 CJSA 1312/ CRIJ 1307 Crime in America 3 CJSA 1342/ CRIJ 2314 Criminal Investigation 3 CJCR 1307 Correctional Systems & Practices 3 CJSA 1359/ CRIJ 2328 Police Systems & Practices 3 CJSA 1313/ CRIJ 1306 Court Systems & Practices 3 CJSA 1327/ CRIJ 1310 Fundamentals of Criminal Law 3 CJSA 1317/ CRIJ 1313 Juvenile Justice 3 CJSA 1325 Criminology 3 CJSA 1348 Ethics in Criminal Justice 3 TOTAL 15 TOTAL 15 Third Semester Fourth Semester CJLE 1345 Crime Scene Investigation 3 CJSA 2300/ CRIJ 2323 Legal Aspects of Law Enforcement 3 Criminal Justice Approved Elective 3 Criminal Justice Approved Elective 3 ENGL 1301 Composition I 3 MATH 1314 or CHEM 1405 3 SPCH 1315 Public Speaking 3 PSYC 2301 General Psychology 3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Elective* 3 GOVT 2305 Federal Government 3 TOTAL 15 TOTAL 15 TOTAL DEGREE HOURS 60 *See core curriculum course options
Some students may need preparatory courses in English, Reading, or Math. Courses numbered below 1000 will not apply toward a certificate or degree
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Criminal Justice Level II Certificate Plan
First Semester Second Semester CJSA 1322/ CRIJ 1301 Intro to Criminal Justice 3 CJSA 1312/ CRIJ 1307 Crime in America CJSA 1342/ CRIJ 2314 Criminal Investigation 3 CJCR 1307 Correctional Systems & Practices 3 CJSA 1359/ CRIJ 2328 Police Systems & Practices 3 CJSA 1313/ CRIJ 1306 Court Systems & Practices 3 CJSA 1327/ CRIJ 1310 Fundamentals of Criminal Law 3 CJSA 1317/ CRIJ 1313 Juvenile Justice 3 CJSA 1325 Criminology 3 Criminal Justice Approved Elective 3 TOTAL 15 TOTAL 15 Third Semester CJLE 1345 Crime Scene Investigation 3 Criminal Justice Approved Elective 3 CJSA 1348 Ethics in Law Enforcement 3 CJSA 2300/ CRIJ 2323 Legal Aspects of Law Enforcement 3 TOTAL 12 TOTAL CERTIFICATE HOURS 42 -
Criminal Justice Level I Certificate Plan
First Semester Second Semester CJSA 1322/ CRIJ 1301 Intro to Criminal Justice CJSA 1312/ CRIJ 1307 Crime in America CJSA 1342/ CRIJ 2314 Criminal Investigation 3 CJCR 1307 Correctional Systems & Practices 3 CJSA 1359/ CRIJ 2328 Police Systems & Practices 3 CJSA 1313/ CRIJ 1306 Court Systems & Practices 3 CJSA 1327/ CRIJ 1310 Fundamentals of Criminal Law 3 CJSA 1317/ CRIJ 1313 Juvenile Justice 3 CJSA 1325 Criminology 3 3 TOTAL 15 TOTAL 12 TOTAL CERTIFICATE HOURS 27 -
Potential Career Paths
Police Officer
Sheriff
Paralegal
Correctional Officer
Private Investigator
Fish and Game Warden
Crime Scene Technician
Bailiff
Police Dispatch
Security Officer
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Salary Information
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Cisco College is a small campus and I really don’t think I would have gotten that kind of support and education from a larger university. I never felt like just another number. The foundation that was set for me has truly made a difference in my studies. I not only learned the necessary material, but it was taught in a way that also improved my critical thinking.
– Ashlyn Orms
Meet the Faculty
James Berry
Professor of Criminal Justice
Abilene Campus
(325) 794-4434
james.berry@cisco.edu
Herman (Brack) Dempsey
Adjunct Instructor - Criminal Justice
Abilene Campus
herman.dempsey@cisco.edu
Stephanie Hughes
Adjunct Instructor - Criminal Justice
Abilene Campus
stephanie.hughes@cisco.edu
Michael Thompson
Adjunct Instructor - Criminal Justice
Abilene Campus
michael.thompson@cisco.edu