Criminal Justice, AAS

1. Explain and evaluate criminological behavior theory as applied by the criminal justice or juvenile justice professional in the work environment.

2. Analyze and assess the various classical, biological, psychological, sociological, and other emergent theories of crime causation.

3. Identify and critique the functions, duties and roles of officials at various levels in the criminal justice system.

4. Assess and interpret criminal law, criminal procedure, civil law and the courts as it relates to the legal system.

5. Discuss and appraise the special needs and functions of the juvenile justice system.

6. Describe and evaluate the corrections system in the United States.

7. Apply the ability to think critically and analytically in various criminal justice work settings.

8. Develop excellent professional writing and communication skills.

9. Exemplify the basic professional requirements for entry level positions in the criminal or juvenile justice systems, as well as in the public safety or private sector security services.