Criminal Justice—Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree—Law Enforcement/Security Option

The Criminal Justice—Law Enforcement track delivers a foundational understanding of topics in sociology, psychology, criminology, juvenile delinquency, and in-depth examinations of various types of law. You will examine the relationship between law enforcement personnel and the people they serve and learn to identify different social and psychological reactions to crisis situations and methods to deal with them. This track is ideal for students looking to pursue a career as a police officer.

Sample Semester 1 16 Credit Hours

COURSE LIST Course Ids: ENG-151#3 hrs,MAT-120 | MAT-220#3 hrs,CJS-101#3 hrs,CDM-110#3 hrs,Select a Law Enforcement/Security Course#3 hrs,MCC-101#1 hr

Sample Semester 2 18 Credit Hours

COURSE LIST Course Ids: SPE-151#3 hrs,PLT-151 | PLT-155#3 hrs,CJS-106#3 hrs,CJS-115#3 hrs,SOC-151 | PSY-151#3 hrs,Select a Law Enforcement/Security Course#3 hrs

Sample Semester 3 15 Credit Hours

COURSE LIST Course Ids: ENG-152#3 hrs,SOC-151 | PSY-151#3 hrs,CJS-120#3 hrs,CJS-140#3 hrs,HFE-161#3 hrs

Sample Semester 4 15 Credit Hours

COURSE LIST Course Ids: CJS-215#3 hrs,CJS-230#3 hrs,Select a Law Enforcement/Security Course#3 hrs,Select a Law Enforcement/Security Course#3 hrs,Select a General Education Course#3 hrs

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Criminal Justice—Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree MCC’s Criminal Justice AAS helps you develop the skills, knowledge, and attitude necessary for employment and advancement as a law enforcement officer. The degree also serves as a foundation for associated professions that require advanced studies, such as probation, parole, corrections, and social services.

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