Criminal Justice

Pathway: Human &amp; Public Service
Campus: Northwest Trinity River

Quick Facts

Criminal justice professionals protect lives and communities.

Serve your community through the diverse, exciting & rewarding career options law enforcement offers
Earn the 2-year degree more state & local law enforcement agencies now require
Be able to continue your studies by transferring your associate degree credits to a 4-year institution
Choose from a diverse selection of careers

Police officers maintain order and keep their communities safe by enforcing the law and patrolling the communities. They also search for or arrest criminals.
Correctional officers supervise those who have been arrested and are awaiting trial. They also transport prisoners between the courtroom and other secure facilities.
Security guards patrol and monitor premises to prevent crime and infractions of rules. They may also operate metal detectors or other similar equipment.

Our Criminal Justice A.A.S. does not result in Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) certification.
Some careers in criminal justice will require education in addition to a 2-year A.A.S.
Law enforcement is a physically and mentally demanding occupation.
Law enforcement requires excellent oral and written communication skills.
3 skills or work style traits that will help you succeed in this field:
- Stress tolerance
- Perceptiveness
- Integrity

This program prepares you for an occupational license. However, you may not be eligible for licensing if you have a prior criminal history.

Talk to your advisor about Developmental Studies if your TSI scores say you need some help in math or reading and writing.

Degree or Certificate	Program Title	Semester Credit Hours	Total Tuition & Fees
AAS	Criminal Justice	60	$4,440
CRT1	Basic Peace Officer Certification	24	$1,776
CRT1	Criminal Justice and Policing	24	$1,776
OSA	Security Management	9	$666
FOS	Criminal Justice	21	$1,554