Criminal Justice (A.A./A.S.)
Criminal Justice (A.A./A.S.)
Ready to make an impact in your community through Criminal Justice?
Ready to uphold justice and protect society? Join Jackson State Community College's Criminal Justice Pathway and embark on a rewarding career safeguarding communities and ensuring fairness in our legal system. From law enforcement to victim advocacy, our program prepares you for diverse roles within the criminal justice field. Take the first step toward making a difference today!
Learn more about the Criminal Justice Program
The Criminal Justice pathway is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university and pursue a career in one of the many areas within criminal justice. Students can prepare for local, state, or federal law enforcement, corrections, forensics careers, or as officers within state or federal agencies or court systems. A broad range of opportunities is available for persons trained in criminal justice. This program provides a solid academic foundation within the community college environment.
Explore a Sample Course Schedule
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| SOCI 1010 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| CRMJ 1010 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| COL 1030 | College to Career Navigation | 3 |
| ENGL 1010 | English Composition I | 3 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1020 | English Composition II | 3 |
| PSYC 1030 | General Psychology | 3 |
| CRMJ 1020 | Introduction to the Legal Process | 3 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| MATH XXXX | Mathematics Course | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| HIST XXXX | History Course | 3 |
| COMM 2025 | Fundamentals of Communication | 3 |
| SPAN 1010 | Spanish I (AA) or Elective (AS) | 3 |
| Natural Science Course | 4 | |
| CRMJ 2010 | Introduction to Law Enforcement | 3 |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| HIST XXXX | History Course | 3 |
| ENGL XXXX | Literature Course | 3 |
| SPAN 1020 | Spanish II (AA) or Elective (AS) | 3/1 |
| CRMJ 2020 | Introduction to Corrections | 3 |
| Natural Science Course | 4 | |
| Total Credits | 16/14 | |
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Tennessee Transfer Pathway
Course credits at Jackson State transfer to any Tennessee Public institution (and some private institutions), allowing you to transfer to your chosen Bachelor's degree program.
Green Light Your Career!
An associate degree in Criminal Justice opens the doors to many entry-level positions in the Criminal Justice field.
33
Four-Year Institutions
Our Credits Transfer to in Tennessee
7,800+
Number of Transfer Students
Over a 5-year period
31
Individual Pathways
Seven Academic Focus Areas
Career Outlook
Career and Salary Information
The following is a list of career choices that may be obtained upon completing a bachelor's degree or higher in this discipline. Please visit the following website: http://www.onetonline.org or speak to an advisor for additional career opportunities, salary information, and education requirements. Salaries are not guaranteed.
|
Career |
Beginning Salary with Bachelor's Degree in TN |
Experienced Salary Median |
|
Detective & Criminal Investigator |
$58,850 |
$83,170 |
|
TBI Special Agent Criminal Investigator |
$45,300 |
N/A |
|
Police & Sheriff Patrol Officers |
$45,150 |
$63,150 |
|
Probation Officer |
$40,860 |
$54,290 |
Further education, such as a bachelor's or master's degree in Criminal Justice, can unlock specialized career opportunities and advancement. Transfer opportunities to four-year colleges or universities provide a pathway for continued education and expanded career prospects in the dynamic field of Criminal Justice.
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