Criminal Justice Technology Certificate


Want to make a difference? Interested in the criminal justice system?

The Criminal Justice Technology curriculum is designed to provide knowledge of criminal justice systems and operations. This introductory program focuses on local, state, and federal law enforcement, judicial processes, corrections, and security services to give you a jump start on your interest in a career in criminal justice! In addition, five of the six courses in this pathway transfer on to all of the 16 UNC System schools and most of the private colleges and universities in the state, which can give you a jump start towards a 4-year degree in Criminal Justice!

 

* Transfers to the UNC system and most private colleges/universities in North Carolina with a C or higher in the course. These courses also often carry AP-level weight in the high school GPA.
** Usually carries honors-level weight in the high school GPA.
Course Prefix/NumCourse Title 
Core Courses
CJC 111*Introduction to Criminal Justice3SHC
CJC 113*Juvenile Justice3SHC
CJC 131**Criminal Law3SHC
CJC 212*Ethics and Community Relations3SHC
Total SHC for Core Courses:12SHC
Other Major Courses
CJC 121*Law Enforcement Operations3SHC
CJC 141*Corrections  
Total SHC for Other Major Courses:3SHC
Total SHC for Program18SHC

 

While your tuition is fully covered, please note that books and course-related fees are not included. In addition, CCP students are not eligible for financial aid, so it is important to plan accordingly for these expenses.

We encourage you to connect with your school liaison to confirm any additional fees associated with your specific course.

You can also research and estimate textbook costs in advance by visiting the A-B Tech Bookstore to view current pricing and required materials.