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Length of Program
A minimum of 98 hours is required for graduation. A full-time
student could expect to complete the program in six
quarters. Completion time for part-time students will depend
upon course load taken.
Campus Location
The Criminal Justice
Technology degree program is offered on the Ben Hill-Irwin
and Coffee campuses and online.
Employment
Opportunities
Graduates of the program
will be prepared for a variety of careers in law
enforcement, corrections, court services, juvenile services,
private security, parole and probation, and public
protection.
Salary Range
The average annual salary range
for Criminal Justice Technology graduates is $18,700 to
$24,590.
Personal Characteristics
To succeed in the criminal
justice field, an individual must be able to work without
direct supervision, make sound decisions, possess solid
character and ethics, demonstrate initiative, and possess
the ability to multi-task. They should also possess strong
oral and written communication skills, and utilize good
interpersonal relations skills.
Entrance Requirements*
Required Age: 16 years of age or older
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Placement exam required.
*A satisfactory criminal background check
must be completed prior to entering the Criminal Justice
practicum. A felony conviction could prevent employment in
the Criminal Justice field.
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