Criminal Justice A.A.S. (43.0107) Online
Purpose
The Criminal Justice program provides education and training for students planning careers in federal, state, or local law enforcement. The Criminal Justice Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) program offers students the opportunity to focus on one of two options. The first option, Criminal Justice, is for those students seeking to graduate with an A.A.S. in Criminal Justice. This option will focus on the three core components of the Criminal Justice
Admission Requirements
Students are admitted to the Criminal Justice program through regular college admission procedures (see Admission Regulations section.The Criminal Justice program carries two award options, the two-year A.A.S. degree in Criminal Justice and the A.A.S. Criminal Justice – Basic Peace Officer Option.
Students who wish to pursue the two-year A.A.S. degree must meet all Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements.
Program of Study
Criminal Justice Associate of Applied Science Degree
| General Education Courses | Credit | |
|---|---|---|
| Social & Behavioral Sciences | 6 | |
| Humanities & Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Natural Science & Math | 3 | |
| Other | 3 | |
| Total General Education Courses | 12 | |
| Technical Education Courses | 45 | |
| Basic Use of Computers | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. | 60 |
Program of Study
The Criminal Justice program provides two options for the A.A.S. degree: the Criminal Justice and Basic Peace Officer option.
Criminal Justice Associate of Applied Science Degree - Criminal Justice Option
Program of Study
First Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 1300π | Learning Framework | |
| or | ||
| COLS 0300 | College Success Skills | |
| CRIJ 1313 | Juvenile Justice System | 3 |
| CRIJ 1301 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRIJ 1307 | Crime in America | 3 |
| CJSA 1348 | Ethics in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| COSC 1301 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | College Level Math | 3 |
| Total | 18 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| CRIJ 1310 | Fundamentals of Criminal Law | 3 |
| CRIJ 1306 | Court Systems and Practices | 3 |
| CJSA 1351 | Use of Force | 3 |
| Elective | Speech Communications | 3 |
| Elective | Humanities and Fine Arts | 3 |
| Elective | Social & Behavioral Sciences | 3 |
| Total | 18 |
Second Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| CJSA 1330 | Cybercrimes | 3 |
| CJLE 1327 | Interviewing/Report Writing | 3 |
| CRIJ 2313 | Correction Systems and Practices | 3 |
| CRIJ 2323 | Legal Aspects of Law Enforcement | 3 |
| Total | 12 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| CJSA 1400 | Death Investigation I | 4 |
| CRIJ 2314 | Criminal Investigation | 3 |
| CRIJ 2328 | Police Systems and Practices | 3 |
| CJSA 22831 | Cooperative Education - Criminal Justice/ | |
| Safety Studies | 2 | |
| Total | 12 | |
| Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. | 60 |
Notes:
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
Criminal Justice Associate of Applied Science Degree - Basic Peace Officer Option
Program of Study
First Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 1300π | Learning Framework | |
| or | ||
| COLS 0300 | College Success Skills | |
| CRIJ 1313 | Juvenile Justice System | 3 |
| CRIJ 1301 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRIJ 1307 | Crime in America | 3 |
| CJSA 1348 | Ethics in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| COSC 1301 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | College Level Math | 3 |
| Total | 18 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| CRIJ 1306 | Court Systems and Practices | 3 |
| CRIJ 1310 | Fundamentals of Criminal Law | 3 |
| CJSA 1351 | Use of Force | 3 |
| Elective | Speech Communications | 3 |
| Elective | Humanities & Fine Arts | 3 |
| Elective | Social & Behavioral Sciences | 3 |
| Total | 18 |
Second Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| CJLE 15061 | Basic Peace Officer I | 5 |
| CJLE 15121 | Basic Peace Officer II | 5 |
| Total | 10 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| CJLE 15181 | Basic Peace Officer III | 5 |
| CJLE 15241,2 | Basic Peace Officer IV | 5 |
| CJLE 14291 | Basic Peace Officer V | 4 |
| Total | 14 | |
| Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. | 60 |
Notes:
- Student enrolls in TCOLE approved Law Enforcement Academy. Basic Peace Officer sequence option is subject to Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) rules, including criminal history check - see TCOLE enrollment standards below. These courses are eligible for Advanced Placement - see Criminal Justice Advanced Placement Policy below.
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
π All students are required to take EDUC 1300 or COLS 0300; however, EDUC 1300/COLS 0300 do not count toward degree requirements.
TCOLE Enrollment Standards
Students enrolling in the Law Enforcement Academy must comply with TCOLE rules including specifically Rule 217.10 Minimum Standards for Enrollment and Initial Licensure. Failure to comply may result in removal from the course.Criminal Justice Advanced Placement Policy
In order to receive advanced placement credit for academy completion and/or work experience, the applicant must:- Provide appropriate documentation to the College of Applied Sciences Dean.
- Apply for admission and complete at least six additional hours of credit at Southwest Texas Junior College.
CJLE 1506 Basic Peace Officer I 5 hrs.
CJLE 1512 Basic Peace Officer II 5 hrs.
CJLE 1518 Basic Peace Officer III 5 hrs.
CJLE 1524 Basic Peace Officer IV 5 hrs.
Total 20 hrs.
Students who are certified by TCOLE as a “Telecommunications Operator” will receive advanced placement credit (grade of “P”) for the following course:
CJLE 1303 Basic Telecommunication Certification 3 hrs.
Criminal Justice Catalog Pages
Program of Study Full-Text Catalog Pages (Opens Full Catalog)
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Criminal Justice Program Costs
$5,434 for in-state tuition and fees
$11,314 for out-of-state tuition and fees
$2,070 for books and supplies
$8,260 for off-campus room and board
$14,140 for on-campus room and board
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Idalia DeLaCruz |
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Laura Gloria |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Eva De Anda.
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Alexya Herrera |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Alexya M. Herrera.
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Ana Lisa Conde |
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Audrey Sturdevant |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Audrey Sturdevant.
Veteran students, please contact our Veteran Affairs Certifying Official to schedule an appointment.
Visit with Your Success Coach
Please choose from a virtual appointment or an in-person appointment by clicking on the link to schedule an appointment with your Success Coach.
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Ana Lisa Conde |
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Audrey Sturdevant |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Audrey Sturdevant.
Veteran students, please contact our Veteran Affairs Certifying Official to schedule an appointment.