Victimology
This award is not eligible for Financial Aid
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Victimology is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a course of study specifically focused on crisis intervention, community services, and victim rights. It is one pathway to the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Administration of Justice.
This is a Fast Track Certificate, which can be completed in two semesters or less.
Details
Field of Interest
Behavioral Science and Human Services
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Victimology (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5392N
Total credits required
15
Effective Term
Fall 2024
Notes
This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Synthesize multiple sources of information to make timely assessments. (AJS101, AJS162, AJS255, AJS/EMT/FSC258)
- Solve problems through logical and sound reasoning. (AJS101, AJS162, AJS225, AJS/EMT/FSC258)
- Communicate orally, visually and in writing precisely, appropriately, and effectively to varied audiences. (AJS101, AJS162, AJS/EMT/FSC258)
- Communicate in the language common to the criminal justice system. (AJS101, AJS162, AJS225, AJS255, AJS/EMT/FSC258)
- Collaborate with diverse agencies, community representatives and individuals to achieve common goals. (AJS101, AJS162, AJS225, AJS/EMT/FSC258)
- Apply the principles and processes of criminal and constitutional law, criminology theory, knowledge of the functions and components of the criminal justice system, and current issues to criminal justice operations. (AJS101, AJS162, AJS/EMT/FSC258)
- Utilize technology to collect, analyze and communicate data. (AJS101, AJS162, AJS225, AJS/EMT/FSC258)
- Practice professional standards appropriate to the field of criminal justice. (AJS101, AJS162, AJS/EMT/FSC258)
- Subscribe to and practice ethical behavior appropriate to the field of criminal justice. (AJS101, AJS/EMT/FSC258)
- Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. (AJS101, AJS/EMT/FSC258)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 15 | |
| AJS101 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| AJS162 | Domestic Violence | 3 |
| AJS225 | Criminology | 3 |
| AJS255 | The Criminal Justice System Handling of the Mentally Ill | 3 |
| AJS/EMT/FSC258 | Victimology and Crisis Management in Public Safety | 3 |
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