Criminal Justice

Associate Degree

Earn Your Criminal Justice Associate Degree Online Quickly and Affordably

Want to apply previously earned college level credits toward an accredited Criminal Justice Associate Degree online? Ashworth’s Associate of Science Degree in Criminal Justice makes it possible by accepting up to 75% in transfer credits. With more opportunities to transfer credits into the program you could graduate in as little as 12 months. Plus, because criminal justice is a flexible online degree program, you’ll have 7 general education courses, 5 elective courses, and 8 core online criminal justice courses that are all “transfer-ready” into one of our bachelor’s degree programs. Take advantage of this opportunity to apply additional transfer credits toward your Criminal Justice Associate Degree online program, so you can graduate in less time and for less money. Enroll now!

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Start anytime, study at your own pace and move ahead as quickly as you like. When you graduate with your Criminal Justice Associate Degree, you’ll demonstrate to employers that you have the self-discipline and intelligence to work through a college-level program.

This degree combines general education courses with a customized criminal justice program that focuses on the career skills that an employer values. You could increase your opportunities for career advancement with the following skills:

Understanding how the Constitution protects us from an oppressive government while providing the means to catch and bring wrongdoers to justice
Considering social issues that affect how and why laws are made and examined
Gaining and understanding of how police departments are organized and managed, and how they are responding to modern challenges
Surmising information that criminal justice professionals need to resolve many of the ethical dilemmas they may face, and to understand the dilemmas faced by others within the justice system.
Discussing factors that lead to juvenile delinquency

Everything You Need for Your Criminal Justice Associate Degree is Included

Academic support, textbooks, eBooks and other online course materials are included in your low tuition at no additional cost. The program is developed by practicing professionals with years of experience and designed to help you succeed in your criminal justice career. You’ll also receive:

Self-paced, step-by-step program
Online assignments and multiple choice exams
Expert tutorial and technical assistance
Access to Ashworth’s active social community
Upon completion, graduates will receive a class ring, a presentation-ready diploma and an invitation to participate in the next live graduation ceremony.

Plus, you’ll have the knowledge and confidence you need to take your Criminal Justice career to the next level!