Criminal Justice

Associate Degree

Criminal Justice Associate Degree Overview

$500

An Associate Degree in Criminal Justice can mean increased earnings and improved job stability. In fact, employment of criminal justice professionals is expected to grow 14% through 2018. And the median salary for criminal justice professionals is $68,820.

This is your chance to gain the respected industry skills and credential you need to earn a criminal justice associate degree online without the time commitment of a four-year program. With transfer credit, you could earn your Associate Degree in less than 12 months, 100% online. Enroll now and get your education without putting your life on hold! Start any time, study at your own pace and move ahead fast.

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Everything You Need for Your Associate Degree in Criminal Justice is Included

Your low tuition covers everything, including academic support, textbooks, eBooks and other online course materials, and dedicated online support at no additional cost. The materials are developed by practicing industry professionals with years of experience and designed to help you succeed in your associates degree in criminal justice program.

The Criminal Justice Associate Degree online program combines general education courses with customized criminal justice electives that focus on the skills that employers value. Increase your opportunities for career advancement as you gain an understanding of such topics as...

How the Constitution protects us from an oppressive government while providing the means to catch and bring wrongdoers to justice
Social issues that affect how and why laws are made and examined
How police departments are organized and managed, and how they are responding to modern challenges
Approaches to resolving many of the current ethical dilemmas within the justice system
Factors that lead to juvenile delinquency

Upon completion, graduates receive a class ring, a presentation-ready diploma and an invitation to participate in the next live graduation ceremony. You can feel proud knowing your Associate Degree in Criminal Justice is awarded by a nationally accredited college. And if you choose to continue your studies at Ashworth, all of your credits will transfer into our Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice program.