Criminal Justice
Overview
This program is designed for practitioners who are already employed by criminal justice agencies or for students wishing to diversify their major course of study by adding criminal justice courses to their current program of study. The purpose of the certificate program is to provide students with a collegiate-level education in criminal justice. Courses taken will provide a theoretical and systems approach to the entire field of criminal justice. Courses completed satisfactorily can be used toward the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Criminal Justice Technology.
Areas of instruction focus on concepts, theories, and processes pertaining to all areas of the criminal justice system, including police work and organization, criminal law, causes of criminal behavior, rules of evidence and criminal procedures, and correctional services and systems. Learning experiences for students in the Criminal Justice Technology program are provided in the classrooms on Airport and Beltline campuses as well as online. Introductory courses may also be taught at the Batesburg-Leesville Campus.
How to Enroll
To pursue this degree, you must apply to MTC using our online application.
Questions?
Sample Program Plan and Costs
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
| On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
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| Virtual | 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom. |
| Hybrid | Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual. |
| Online | 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time. |
Full Time
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (9 Credit Hours) |
CRJ-101 |
Introduction to Criminal Justice Introduction to Criminal Justice ID: CRJ-101 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes an overview of the functions and responsibilities of agencies involved in the administration of justice to include police organizations, court systems, correctional systems, and juvenile justice agencies. |
• | • | • | • | 3 |
| CRJ-125 |
Criminology Criminology ID: CRJ-125 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the various theories of criminal causation and control, the identification of criminal typologies, and the reaction of society to crime and criminals. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| CRJ-130 |
Police Administration Police Administration ID: CRJ-130 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the organization, administration, and management of law enforcement agencies. Students are introduced to the principles of organization and management and to concepts such as organizational behavior, planning and research, budgeting, selection and training of personnel, and coordination of services. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| Semester 2 (12 Credit Hours) |
CRJ-236 |
Criminal Evidence Criminal Evidence ID: CRJ-236 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the established rules of evidence from arrest to release in the administration of criminal justice. |
• | • | 3 | ||
| CRJ-115 |
Criminal Law I Criminal Law I ID: CRJ-115 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the development of criminal law in America. The basic elements of specific criminal offenses, criminal defenses, and various legal principles upon which criminal law is established are reviewed. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| CRJ-242 |
Correctional Systems Correctional Systems ID: CRJ-242 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to aspects of the correctional function in criminal justice, including organization, process, procedure, and clients incarcerated and on conditional release. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| CRJ-220 |
The Judicial Process The Judicial Process ID: CRJ-220 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes an overview of the law-making function of the courts, the growth of common law, the structure and organization of the courts, court processes and procedures involved in criminal and civil cases, and the question of reform for the administration of justice. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Total Credit Hours | 21 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$3,948.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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Part Time
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (3 Credit Hours) |
CRJ-101 |
Introduction to Criminal Justice Introduction to Criminal Justice ID: CRJ-101 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes an overview of the functions and responsibilities of agencies involved in the administration of justice to include police organizations, court systems, correctional systems, and juvenile justice agencies. |
• | • | • | • | 3 |
| Semester 2 (6 Credit Hours) |
CRJ-125 |
Criminology Criminology ID: CRJ-125 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the various theories of criminal causation and control, the identification of criminal typologies, and the reaction of society to crime and criminals. |
• | • | 3 | ||
| CRJ-130 |
Police Administration Police Administration ID: CRJ-130 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the organization, administration, and management of law enforcement agencies. Students are introduced to the principles of organization and management and to concepts such as organizational behavior, planning and research, budgeting, selection and training of personnel, and coordination of services. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| Semester 3 (6 Credit Hours) |
CRJ-236 |
Criminal Evidence Criminal Evidence ID: CRJ-236 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the established rules of evidence from arrest to release in the administration of criminal justice. |
• | • | 3 | ||
| CRJ-115 |
Criminal Law I Criminal Law I ID: CRJ-115 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the development of criminal law in America. The basic elements of specific criminal offenses, criminal defenses, and various legal principles upon which criminal law is established are reviewed. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| Semester 4 (6 Credit Hours) |
CRJ-242 |
Correctional Systems Correctional Systems ID: CRJ-242 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to aspects of the correctional function in criminal justice, including organization, process, procedure, and clients incarcerated and on conditional release. |
• | • | 3 | ||
| CRJ-220 |
The Judicial Process The Judicial Process ID: CRJ-220 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes an overview of the law-making function of the courts, the growth of common law, the structure and organization of the courts, court processes and procedures involved in criminal and civil cases, and the question of reform for the administration of justice. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Total Credit Hours | 21 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$3,948.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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What’s next after I complete this program?
Complete the AAS Degree in Criminal Justice at MTC.
After completing the CRJ Certificate, students only need an additional 42 credits to complete their associate degree.