Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice

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Program Overview

  • Duration

    1 Month (Self-Paced) Program

    Can be done in 6 months

  • Total Courses

    02

  • Total Credit Hours

    12

Our Criminal Justice program provides a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, legal processes, and the correctional system. Students explore the principles of criminology, criminal law, and ethics. With a foundation in these areas, graduates are prepared to pursue diverse careers in law enforcement, court administration, and criminal justice agencies.

FOUNDATIONS OF CRIMINAL LAW AND JUSTICE SYSTEMS:

The College of Criminal Justice begins with a comprehensive exploration of criminal law and justice systems. Students acquire a deep understanding of legal principles, criminology, and law enforcement practices. This foundational knowledge equips them with the skills necessary to navigate the complex world of criminal justice.


PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:

Beyond the classroom, our College of Criminal Justice places a strong emphasis on practical experience and community engagement. Students have opportunities to intern with law enforcement agencies, participate in mock trials, and engage with local communities. These experiences not only enhance their practical skills but also provide valuable insights into the criminal justice field.


GLOBAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE ISSUES AND CROSS-BORDER COLLABORATIONS:

The College of Criminal Justice at Ohio City University is committed to addressing global criminal justice issues and fostering cross-border collaborations. Our curriculum explores international perspectives on crime and justice and encourages students to engage in collaborative research and initiatives with organizations worldwide. This global perspective equips students to tackle complex challenges in the realm of criminal justice.

Explore the juvenile justice system, focusing on the legal, social, and ethical issues surrounding juvenile offenders and their treatment in the criminal justice system.


Provides an introduction to criminal justice statistics, including data analysis, research methods, and the interpretation of crime data. Students gain statistical skills for criminal justice analysis.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

Item Cost
Estimated Fee $1,800
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $1,800
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At University Of North Carolina, we stand firmly behind the intersection of affordability and opportunity. Our unwavering dedication to accessible education means that exceptional learning experiences need not be accompanied by exorbitant costs. We swing wide open the doors to knowledge, presenting students with the opportunity to flourish, unburdened by the weight of excessive tuition fees, and empowering them for a brighter, more promising future.

Our Eligibility Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree, or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

12

Course Duration

1 Month (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

02

Research In Criminal Justice (JUJ-035)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Criminal Justice Research Methods: Theory And Method  
     Ethics In Criminal Justice Research       
     Research Design: The Experimental Model And Its Variations  
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     An Introduction To Alternative Data-Gathering Strategies And The Special Case Of Uniform Crime Reports  
     Sampling And Survey Research: Questionnaires            
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Survey Research: Interviews And Telephone Surveys  
     Participant Observation And Case Studies  
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Unobtrusive Measures, Secondary Analysis, And The Uses Of Official Statistics         
     Validity, Reliability, And Triangulated Strategies  
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Scaling And Index Construction  
     Policy Analysis And Evaluation Research  

Introduction To Criminal Justice Statistics (CRJ-322)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Why The Social Researcher Uses Statistics
     Organizing The Data
     Measures Of Central Tendency
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Measures Of Variability
     Probability And The Normal Curve
     Samples And Populations
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Testing Differences Between Means
     Analysis Of Variance
     Nonparametric Tests Of Significance
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Correlation
     Regression Analysis
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Nonparametric Measures Of Correlation
     Applying Statistical Procedures To Research Problems

Our Commitment to Your Success

At University Of North Carolina, we are wholeheartedly committed to providing our valued students with an all-encompassing educational experience that extends far beyond the classroom. Our institution takes immense pride in the comprehensive services we offer to empower our students to thrive in their academic journeys and beyond. With a focus on not just supreme learning but also career enhancement and job placement opportunities, we ensure that our students are well-prepared to excel in the competitive global job market.