Associate of Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer (AS-T)
Oakland, USA
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2024
TUITION FEES
USD 7,120 / per semester *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* this is for a standard 15 credit semester including fees / price may vary depending on how many credits are taken
Introduction
The mission of the Associate in Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer (AS-T) degree program is to provide students with knowledge of the criminal justice system and its diverse components, as well as provide the training necessary to enter various careers in the criminal justice sector. The program is for those who seek to prepare for a career in criminal justice, transfer to a college or university, and for those who are currently employed in an administration of justice agency and who seek training for career advancement.
Successful completion of the degree affords students specific guarantees for transfer to the CSU system, such as admission to a CSU with junior status, priority admission to their local CSU campus, and to a program or major in the administration of justice or similar major. Students transferring to a CSU campus will be required to complete no more than 60 semester or 90 quarter units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree.
To qualify for the Associate in Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer (AS-T) degree, students are required to complete 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to a California State University, including both of the following:
- (1) The California State University General Education–Breadth Requirements (CSU GE-Breadth) or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC), and
- (2) 18-19 semester units with a grade of “C” or better, or “P” if the course is taken on a “Pass/No-Pass” basis, in the major and an overall minimum grade-point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU transferable coursework.
Note: Students should see a counselor at least once each semester to plan for their educational goal(s).
Program Outcome
Students who complete the degree will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding and ability to analyze crime, policies, procedures, and the people that shape the justice system.
- Bridge policies and procedures with practical knowledge and apply that knowledge to prospective careers in the criminal justice sector.
- Demonstrate the critical thinking skills necessary to effectively evaluate problems in the criminal justice system and provide solutions to these problems nationally and locally.
- Create and contribute to an environment conducive to and accepting of in-depth analysis and critique of social policy and social justice issues as it relates to socioeconomic status, race, gender, ethnicity, and culture.
Curriculum
Degree Major Requirements
- ADJUS 21 Introduction to Administration of Justice 3
- ADJUS 22 Concepts of Criminal Law 3
Select two courses from the following:
- ADJUS 24 Legal Aspects of Evidence (3)
- ADJUS 25 Community Relations (3)
- ADJUS 26 Introduction to Forensic Investigation (3)
- ADJUS 51 Juvenile Law and Procedures (3)
- ADJUS 56 Criminal Investigation (3)
- ADJUS 63 Introduction to Corrections (3) 6
Select two courses from the following:
- MATH 13 Introduction to Statistics (4)
- PSYCH 1A Introduction to General Psychology (3)
- SOC 1 Introduction to Sociology (3) 6-7
Total Required Units for AS-T Degree Major: 18-19
Career Opportunities
Students will be prepared to work in a variety of fields, including Public law enforcement agencies such as municipal police, probation officers, county deputy sheriffs, correctional offices, game wardens, state parks, and private security.
Those completing the AS-T in Administration of Justice degree will be able to transfer to the California State University (CSU) system and be prepared to study in the following areas: Administration of Justice, Law Enforcement, Correctional Administration, Social Science, and Pre-Law.
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