Overview
Students earning their Associate Degree in Criminal Justice will gain an understanding of legal and justice issues. This is a field where Christian leaders are needed and Trevecca will help prepare students to apply Christian principles to their career goals.
In addition to the required general education courses, students seeking an associate’s degree in criminal justice studies will take courses to grow their expertise within this field. The program will prepare students for a four-year degree in Criminal Justice studies. Additionally, they will be competent in the knowledge base of the various content areas within criminology, including law enforcement, corrections and the criminal justice system.
Students within this program will gain a knowledge base of various areas of criminology, law enforcement, and the justice system. Students will also learn about criminal investigation and enforcement, Christian application within the field, connection between criminal justice and contemporary social issues, and the law enforcement employment marketplace.
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Core Classes
General Sociology
SOC 2010
The nature and functions of sociology, the development of social ideas and institutions and the processes of social interactions and social structure. A recommended prerequisite to courses in Sociology numbered above 2000.
Course Hours: 3
U.S. Cultural and Ethnic Diversity
SOC 3350
Examines the social situation among American ethnic minorities. Analysis of cultural factors and their effects on majority-minority interpersonal relationships is included.
Course Hours: 3
Introduction to Criminology and the Criminal Justice System
SOC 2800
A study of the theoretical causes of criminal behavior and the basics of the criminal justice system. The course examines the criminal and delinquent behavior theories, the methods of control and rehabilitation in our criminal justice system from a social/environmental viewpoint, and also law enforcement, the courts, and the correctional system.
Course Hours: 3
Policing in Society
SOC 3420
An analysis of the functions, problems, history, procedures, and structure of policing administrations, also including the politics of law enforcement.
Course Hours: 3
Corrections
SOC 3410
A study of the history and practice of probation, parole, community-based corrections, and dete
Course Hours: 3
Criminal Law and Procedure
SOC 3110
A comprehensive introduction to criminal law and accompanying procedure in the criminal justice system. The course covers common law and statutory elements of crime, including crimes against persons, property crimes, public morality offenses, and defenses to crime. A concise look at criminal procedure and the criminal court system is also provided.
Course Hours: 3
Criminal Investigation
SOC 3100
Includes instruction in general investigative responsibilities and techniques, including administration, preparation, investigative jurisdiction and responsibility, and the importance of substantive report writing. Students will be introduced to crime scene investigation-- its purpose and use.
Course Hours: 3
Social Problems
SOC 3200
A sociological description and analysis of some of the contemporary social problems in American Society with an emphasis on programs designed to help remedy these problems.
Course Hours: 3
Speech Communication
COM 1010
A study of the principles and practices of effective human communication, with emphasis placed on public speaking. The course emphasizes the critical thinking and skill development necessary for effective speech. Listening skills are included in the study.
Course Hours: 3
Overview
Students earning their Associate Degree in Criminal Justice will gain an understanding of legal and justice issues. This is a field where Christian leaders are needed and Trevecca will help prepare students to apply Christian principles to their career goals.
In addition to the required general education courses, students seeking an associate’s degree in criminal justice studies will take courses to grow their expertise within this field. The program will prepare students for a four-year degree in Criminal Justice studies. Additionally, they will be competent in the knowledge base of the various content areas within criminology, including law enforcement, corrections and the criminal justice system.
Students within this program will gain a knowledge base of various areas of criminology, law enforcement, and the justice system. Students will also learn about criminal investigation and enforcement, Christian application within the field, connection between criminal justice and contemporary social issues, and the law enforcement employment marketplace.