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Associate of Science degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice 

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Associate of Science degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice
 at 
NVCC 
Overview

Develop a well-rounded understanding of crime and the criminal justice system to become informed and engaged citizens

Duration

24 months

Mode of learning

Online

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Course Level

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Associate of Science degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice
 at 
NVCC 
Highlights

  • Earn a degree from Northern Virginia Community College
  • Learn from industry experts
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Associate of Science degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice
 at 
NVCC 
Course details

Who should do this course?
  • For individuals who want to enhance their knowledge & skills in the field
What are the course deliverables?
  • Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the different components of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, courts, corrections, and the juvenile justice system
  • Students will learn about the theories of crime causation, as well as the factors that contribute to and influence criminal behavior
  • Students will explore the ethical considerations involved in the criminal justice system, such as issues of bias, discrimination, and due process
  • Students will develop strong communication skills, both written and oral, which are essential for success in any career in the criminal justice field
  • Students will learn how to conduct research using various methods, including library research, data analysis, and interviewing
More about this course
  • An Associate of Science degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice is a two-year program that provides students with a foundational understanding of both the theoretical and practical aspects of crime and the criminal justice system
  • This explores the nature, causes, and consequences of crime, examining various criminological theories and sociological factors that contribute to criminal behavior

Associate of Science degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice
 at 
NVCC 
Curriculum

Semester I

Survey of Criminal Justice

College Composition I

Elective

Quantitative Reasoning

College Success Skills

Orientation to (a Specific Discipline)

Semester II

Survey of Criminology

Principles of Public Speaking

Introduction to Human Communication

College Composition II

Introduction to Digital and Information Literacy and Computer Applications

Principles of Psychology

Semester III

Criminal Law, Evidence, and Procedures I

Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism

Principles of Criminal Investigation

General Biology I

Introduction to Sociology

Statistics I

General Education Elective

The Juvenile Justice System

Introduction to Corrections

Ethics and the Criminal Justice Professional

General Biology II

Humanities/Fine Arts Elective

Introduction to the Study of Religion

Religions of the East

Literature Elective

Associate of Science degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice
 at 
NVCC 
Entry Requirements

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Associate of Science degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice
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Springfield ( Virginia)

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