Administration of Justice - Associate in Arts

Fall 2021
Catalog Description
The Administration of Justice program prepares students to serve in law, law enforcement, probation, corrections and other justice-related careers by providing in-depth knowledge of criminal law, evidence, procedure, investigations and forensics. It also develops students' interpersonal and written communication skills and explores social and cultural sensitivity, ethical awareness, and fundamentals of leadership. The program has been authorized by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) to offer certain technical and specialized courses.

Career Opportunities

The Administration of Justice Associate in Arts will prepare students for entry-level careers in federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, security and court administration, probation, and correctional agencies.
2105.00 - Administration of Justice*
43.0103 - Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon the completion of the program the student should be able to:
  1. Evaluate and analyze administration of justice issues and topics using knowledge of the institutions and processes of the justice system.
  2. Understand the interdisciplinary nature of the justice system and the varying perspectives of the liberal arts and sciences as related to law enforcement, courts, and corrections.
Year One
0.0
ADMJ 42
Leadership and Integrity (Active)
3.0
ADMJ 50
Introduction to the Administration of Justice (Active)
3.0
ADMJ 60
Criminal Law (Active)
3.0
ADMJ 61
Evidence (Active)
3.0
Year Two
0.0
ADMJ 63
Criminal Investigation (Active)
3.0
ADMJ 70
Community Relations (Active)
3.0
Electives (Choose 2)
0.0
ADMJ 40
Juvenile Procedures (Active)
3.0
ADMJ 41
Legal Persuasion and Argument (Active)
3.0
ADMJ 54
Investigative Reporting (Active)
3.0
ADMJ 55
Introduction to Correctional Science (Active)
3.0
ADMJ 74
Gangs and Drugs (Active)
2.0
ADMJ 80
Criminal Court Process (Active)
3.0
ADMJ 85
Introduction to Forensics (Active)
3.0
Unit Calculations
60.0
Major Requirements
23.0-24.0
General Education
25.0
Electives (Degree applicable units as needed)
 
For specific A.A. General Education courses refer to catalog section on A.A. General Education Requirements.
0.0
Total: 60.0