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South University - Education for Your Criminal Justice Career

Thanks to the influence of technology and increased social awareness, the face of crime is constantly changing. As a result, the need for criminal justice specialists continues to grow at a steady rate.* Our online degree programs in criminal justice can enable you to meet this need and propel your career in the diverse field of criminal justice.

With convenient online programs offered at the Associate’s Bachelor’s and Master’s levels tailored to meet the needs of criminal justice professionals as well as those seeking to enter the field, the criminal justice programs at south university focus on helping you develop the skills and understanding you’ll need to accomplish your career goals.

Programs offered online at South University include:

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice

The Associate of Science (AS) in Criminal Justice program online at South University can help you to pursue your educational and professional goals – enabling you to combine your professional opportunities with the chance to make the world a safer place. Learn about important issues like criminal law, criminology, juvenile justice and law enforcement.

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice

Our Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice online program offers an education for law enforcement practitioners seeking to enhance their career potential, for those in other occupations looking to make a change, and for high school graduates preparing for a future in the criminal justice field. Specializations offered include:

• Corrections
• Crime Scene Investigation
• Cyber Crime
• Law Enforcement
• Juvenile Justice

Master of Science in Criminal Justice

South University's online master’s degree in Criminal Justice program offers you an accelerated curriculum designed to meet the growing need for professionals in this high-demand field. Become a part of a learning community of criminal justice experts who will provide knowledge about the law enforcement, correctional, political, and legal arenas. Specializations offered include:

• Corrections
• Cyber Crime
• Homeland Security
• Public Administration

Regardless of your degree choice at South University, you can be confident that you’ll have the opportunity to learn from accomplished faculty with real-world experience.

Employment Outlook for Criminal Justice

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, “Employment of police and detectives is expected to grow 10 percent over the 2008–18 decade.” "Overall opportunities in local police departments will be excellent for individuals who meet the psychological, personal, and physical qualifications." "There will be more competition for jobs in Federal and State law enforcement agencies than for jobs in local agencies.” “Education requirements range from a high school diploma to a college degree or higher." “Applicants usually must have at least a high school education, and some departments require 1 or 2 years of college coursework or, in some cases, a college degree.” “Federal agencies require a bachelor's degree, related work experience, or a combination of the two.”

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Police and Detectives, on the internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos160.htm.

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