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Criminal Justice

Program advisor: Stephen Pitz

Admission Requirements:

The following should be submitted to the Office of Admissions for admission to this program:

Available Credentials

Associate in Applied Science (AAS)

Option Hours to Complete
Criminal Justice 60-61
Law Enforcement 60-61

Program Description

At Madisonville Community College, you will take in-depth criminal justice / law enforcement courses as well as Writing I and II, Psychology, Communications, Government, Sociology, and other important educational courses to assist you on the job. When you have finished, you will be able to understand the theory, principles, and techniques used by criminal justice / law enforcement professionals during traffic enforcement and other responsibilities of criminal justice agencies. You will know how to perform criminal investigations, follow due process and procedures, collect and preserve evidence, and arrest and prosecute violators of the law.

Employment Opportunities

Careers in Criminal Justice include local or state police, vehicle enforcement, corrections, and other criminal justice / law enforcement positions. Get an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice or an Associate Degree with a Law Enforcement Option and you can expect starting salaries, depending on the area, ranging from the upper $20,000 to low $30,000 range plus additional benefits such as a vehicle, health and life insurance, needed equipment and an excellent retirement package.

Length of Program

Students can earn an Associate of Applied Science degree in two years if full-time status is maintained.

Classes Needed

Core Requirements:

Criminal Justice Option: Choose 3 classes from the following.

Law Enforcement Option:

This curriculum guide is for informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. Students should always choose classes in cooperation with the academic advisor to ensure that all degree requirements are being met.