{"id":3403,"date":"2021-01-06T18:59:04","date_gmt":"2021-01-06T18:59:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.neit.edu\/?post_type=degree_program&p=3403"},"modified":"2024-10-17T16:13:44","modified_gmt":"2024-10-17T16:13:44","slug":"criminal-justice-as","status":"publish","type":"degree_program","link":"https:\/\/www.neit.edu\/academics\/associate-degrees\/criminal-justice-as","title":{"rendered":"Associate Degree in Criminal Justice, AS"},"content":{"rendered":"
To develop effective strategies to prevent and combat crime, you must first understand its causes, patterns, and effects on society. In the <\/span>Associate of Science (AS) in Criminal Justice degree program<\/b> at New England Institute of Technology (麻豆色情片), you experience dynamic and intensive instruction in all aspects of the criminal justice system so that you can help make communities safer and more just.<\/span><\/p>\n Through comprehensive classroom learning and practical training in the field, you graduate prepared to kickstart your career. Starting your very first term, you take core classes covering criminal justice foundations, corrections, and the court system. From the second to the sixth and final term, you explore specialized subjects such as drugs and the law, interviewing and investigation techniques, gangs and organized crime, sentencing, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n In the final term of your studies, you may choose to participate in an internship to work with criminal justice professionals in the Rhode Island community or beyond. During this internship, you have the opportunity to apply classroom training to real-life situations in various police departments, courts, correctional facilities, and investigative agencies. This substantial training and first-hand knowledge of the criminal justice system shows future employers that you have the ability to solve problems and make ethical decisions.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Our curriculum also equips you with critical thinking and valuable hands-on experience through creating a portfolio \u2014 a lifelike investigative assignment that starts with the commission of a mock crime event, the gathering of victim and witness statements, processing a crime scene, and collecting evidence. This project culminates in a mock trial, where you can present testimony.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n After you complete the criminal justice associate degree program, you possess the qualifications employers desire for entry-level employment in several challenging criminal justice professions. Likewise, your newly honed skills prepare you for advanced study, such as through <\/span>麻豆色情片\u2019s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Our dedicated faculty members bring real-world expertise to the classroom. Their passion for teaching and commitment to your academic growth make them your mentors, inspiring you to excel and guiding you on your path.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts <\/span>64,500 openings for police and detectives on average each year through 2032<\/span><\/a>. Over that same time period, <\/span>the BLS expects the need for private detectives and investigators to increase by 6%<\/span><\/a>, faster than the national average for all occupations.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n With a rise in ongoing lawsuits, fraud, and interpersonal distrust in the United States, demand for investigative services will only increase. Moreover, many employers require stringent background checks that necessitate the services of investigators and detectives. And even when crime rates fall, there is a continued need for police services to maintain public safety.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Students with an associate degree in criminal justice can work as:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Want to know what New England Tech is all about? Take a virtual tour to get a feel for our campus and culture.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div> \n\n\nLaunch Criminal Justice Lab<\/a>\n\n\n Ready to take the first step toward a rewarding career in criminal justice? We aim to make our admissions process as straightforward and accessible as possible, ensuring that you have the support you need to start your journey with us. Discover the requirements for admission and learn how to submit your application.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
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