CRIMINAL JUSTICE (43.0104)
Graduation Requirements (A Minimum of 60 Credits)
This program has been designed for those students seeking an education in the field of Law and Law Enforcement among other careers of great demand. It will offer students a broad background in the Criminal Justice System, and includes courses in communication, humanities, behavioral science, mathematics, natural science, and computers. Florida National University will award an Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice upon graduation to those students who complete the necessary requirements. These students may continue their education at the bachelor’s level to other accredited universities, or begin careers in the field including law enforcement*, court system, and private industry. *Note: Employment with certain law enforcement agencies may require separate certification in basic police training (academy).
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General Education (39 Credits)
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SLS 1501College Study Skills1
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ENC 1101English Composition I3
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ENC 1102English Composition II3
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SPC 1017Fundamentals of Oral Communications3
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PHI 1600Ethics3
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Any Humanities Course3
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PSY 1012General Psychology3
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Any Social Science Course3
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Any Two Natural Science Courses Including One Lab7
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MAC 1105College Algebra I3
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STA 2014Introduction to Statistics4
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CGS 1030Introduction to Information Technology3
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CCJ 2001Criminology3
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CJC 2000Introduction to Corrections3
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CJE 2000Introduction to Security & Law Enforcement3
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CJE 2005Introduction to Criminal Justice3
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CJJ 2002Juvenile Delinquency3
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CJL 2100Introduction to Criminal Law3
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CCJ 2940Criminal Justice Internship3
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CJE 2005Introduction to Criminal Justice3
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CJJ 2002Juvenile Delinquency I3
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CJL 2821Psychology Applied to Law3
During a Criminal Justice Degree program, you learn about the history of crime, the development of the criminal justice system, and the legal principles that govern it. You explore the role of law enforcement, the courts, and correctional institutions. Classes cover topics like criminology, forensic science, and psychology. You also learn about the social and cultural aspects of crime and the law.
With this knowledge, you can make a real impact in the criminal justice system. You will learn how to analyze evidence, the proper way to write reports and arguments, and how to make ethical decisions. A Criminal Justice Degree program also provides you with practical experience in the field, through internships and fieldwork with different law enforcement agencies. With a criminal justice degree, you can pursue a fulfilling career that stands at the forefront of the fight against crime and injustice.
All Credit Courses from within this division or any other division can be used as Suggested Electives.
*General Education Component (see page 219)
**This course has prerequisites; check course descriptions.
An Associate of Arts (A.A.) program is a two-year course of study that covers the core materials needed to complete the first two years of a four-year bachelor’s degree.