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Criminal Justice, A.S.

Program Overview

 

Criminal Justice, A.S. (CRJL-AS) 60 credits

Criminal Justice Specialist

The mission of the Associate in Science in Criminal Justice Technology degree program is to prepare students for employment in the criminal justice profession, including careers in law enforcement, corrections, private security, juvenile justice, and probation and parole. By completing this program, you will be required to complete some of the required courses for the Homeland Security Specialist, C.C.C., and the Criminal Justice Technology Specialist, C.C.C. as part of your A.S. in Criminal Justice Degree. These courses count towards both and would not have to be repeated, bringing you steps closer to one of FGC’s certificates.

 

Meet with FGC Staff

Learn more about the College and this program by scheduling an appointment with a program advisor You can select in-person, phone or virtual meeting. We encourage you to visit campus if possible to see the beautiful landscape and feel the caring vibe from faculty and staff.

  • Contact a program advisor

Academy Graduates Contact:

Dr. Christal Clark
Associate Professor, Criminal Justice
 christal.clark@fgc.edu
 386-754-4243

Non-Academy Graduates Contact:

Madison Morton
Coordinator, CTE Programs
 madison.morton@fgc.edu
 386-754-4219

Admission Requirements

Complete the FGC Application for Admission: Apply Now

  • Submit High School transcript(s) to Office of Enrollment Services
  • Submit College transcript(s) for any institutions previously attended

Testing Requirements

Students must demonstrate competence in reading, math, or language through placement examination or by passing the appropriate reading, math or language courses, if not exempt by state board of education rule 6A-10.0315.

ACT, SAT, and PERT test scores may be used for placement into college-level courses if the test was taken in the past two years. To access test prep materials and to schedule an exam, go to Test Center. The Test Center is located in Building 7 and may be contacted at test.center@fgc.edu or 386-754-7378.

If you started 9th grade in the 2003-2004 school year or later at a Florida public high school, and graduated from a Florida, public high school with a standard high school diploma, you may be exempt from Placement testing in accordance with Senate Bill 1720.  Advisors still recommend all students placement test prior to the first term of registration in order to determine where you should start in college-level courses in order to be successful. 

Location

Florida Gateway College Online

Hours

The entire degree can be completed online, using the Canvas learning management system.

Costs

  • Tuition: $6,199.20
  • Online Fees: $600.00
  • Books: $2,056.00

          Total: $9,040.20

 

 

Criminal Justice, A.S.

60 credits

 to earn certificate

80+ average

 program enrollment

4 semesters

to complete at a full-time student status 

Guided Pathway

Review the guided degree pathway where you will find a detailed plan for your courses and other requirements each semester that prepare you for graduation and your transfer goals.

Criminal Justice, A.S.

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What our graduates are doing now!

Graduates of this program will be equipped for careers as Communications Officers, Police Officers, Deputy Sheriffs, Detention Officers, and Corrections Officers.

 

STARTING SALARIES

Below salaries can vary based on location, experience, and departmental policies. 

  • Communications Officer: $36,000 - $51,790 annually
  • Police Officer: $40,000 - $80,000 annually
  • Deputy Sheriff: $35,000 - $66,875 annually
  • Detention Officer: $45,000 - $93,000 annually
  • Corrections Officer: $45,000 - $93,000 annually

 

 

 

The credits earned in the completion of this program can be applied to the Homeland Security Specialist, C.C.C. and the Criminal Justice Technology Specialist, C.C.C.

Homeland Security Specialist, C.C.C.

Criminal Justice Technology Specialist, C.C.C.

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The Cost of Attendance (COA) is not a bill that you will receive from Florida Gateway College. It is an estimate of what it costs the typical student to attend Florida Gateway College for one academic year including tuition, books, course materials, living expenses, transportation, and miscellaneous personal expenses. Tuition and fees in the cost of attendance are calculated for credit hour programs, assuming enrollment in 12 credit hours in the Fall and Spring semesters. Actual tuition and fees may vary by program. For a better understanding of your chosen program’s tuition and fees, see program costs above.
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