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Associate of Science in Criminal Justice

ERIE, Pennsylvania | Mercyhurst University | ID: 159913

Overview

501 E 38TH ST ERIE, Pennsylvania 16546-0002
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Admissions Office:
814-824-2202
Classroom Training
Distance Learning
Associate of Science in Criminal Justice
Employment Skill Gain
Associate’s Degree
$38,025.00 - $38,025.00
Training(Trade)

Description of Training Provider

Regional Accreditation with program accreditation for many majors.

Program Description

Mercyhurst University’s Associate of Science in Criminal Justice program affords students the ability to take a broad spectrum of courses that are designed to provide a basic understanding of the criminal justice system, to theorize why people commit crime, to review judicial processes, and to examine the effectiveness of correctional systems. Thus, our program encompasses all foundational aspects of the criminal justice system. Our curriculum prepares students for entry-level positions in public and private sectors, in safety and protective services, in legal and victim service arenas, in juvenile justice and detention services, and in correctional facilities and re-entry agencies.

Skills & Competencies

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the historical context of the criminal justice system and profession. 
  • Demonstrate synthesis, problem solving, and critical thinking skills. 
  • Demonstrate basic knowledge of legal aspects of criminal justice operations. 
  • Synthesize and apply basic knowledge of sociological issues affecting criminal 
  • Demonstrate an understanding of methodological concepts for conducting and analyzing research. 
  • Demonstrate and apply knowledge of professional skills for criminal justice.

Additional Information

Service Costs

34,325.00
34,325.00
3,700.00

Performance Measures

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