Criminal Justice
If public safety and helping others interests you then the Criminal Justice Program is for you. Learn to use investigative techniques to solve crime scenarios and to mediate and resolve conflicts with a high degree of professionalism.
Develop your mind and body using advanced self-defense tactics and rigorous fitness training. Research and analyze current trends and issues in public safety. Turn your knowledge into a career as a first responder.
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Skills You'll Learn in This Program
The role of criminal justice professionals
Military courtesy
Logical reasoning
Physical and psychological wellness
Investigation techniques and skills
Responses to civil and physical emergencies
Awareness of cultural similarity and diversity
Defensive tactics
Private security and basic peace officer mandated topics
Airport security basics
Emergency responder basics
Forensics
Certifications for Qualifying Students
ORDC Correctional Officer - Provisional
National Incident Management System 200
National Incident Management System 800
Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)-10hr
Bleeding Control Basic 1.0 Course
CPR First Aid
Taser
ASP Baton
OC/Pepper Spray
Students in this program may qualify for articulated college credit and for Tuition Freedom Scholarship at North Central State College.
Career Opportunities
This is the program for you if you want to work as a/an:
Military service person
Police or patrol officer
Corrections officer
Public safety dispatcher
Proprietary or contract security employee
With further training you can become a/an:
Private investigator
Forest and wildlife enforcement officer/park ranger
Highway patrol or police officer cadet
Firefighter
Local, state, or federal law enforcement officer (after age 21)