Criminal Justice, Corrections
- Credential:
- Associate of Applied Science
- Locations:
- Beavercreek and Springfield - Downtown
- Semester Credit Hours:
- 61
- Total Tuition & Fees:
- $9,902.13
Tuition is based on in-state, in-county rates. Totals do not include textbooks and other materials.
Overview
Are you interested in a career that combines public service with critical thinking and problem-solving? The corrections track of the criminal justice program prepares you for employment in federal, state and local correctional facilities. You will study the correctional system, probation and parole, adult and juvenile corrections and more. Courses are taught by faculty who bring real-world experience and insight into the classroom, giving you a blend of academic knowledge and practical application. You’ll graduate ready for entry-level positions as corrections officers, parole and probation officers, youth counselors or investigators.
Embedded Certificate Included
This program includes an embedded certificate that is automatically awarded when requirements are met. If you prefer not to receive the credential, contact Records and Registration.
Course Requirements
Year One
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CRJ 1100 | Introduction to Criminal Justice |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| CRJ 1115 | Victimology |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| ENG 1111 | English I |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| FYE 1101 | College Success |
Credit Hours: 1
|
| SOC 1110 | Introduction to Sociology |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| COR 1100 | Introduction to Corrections |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| COR 1105 | Probation and Parole |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| PSY 1111 | Introduction to Psychology |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| COM 1110 | Interpersonal Communication I | |
| or COM 1120 | Public Speaking I |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| ENG 1112 | English II |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| SWK 1105 | Chemical Dependency I: Pharmacology and Physiology of Psychoactive Substances |
Credit Hours: 3
|
Year Two
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| COR 1130 | Adult/Juvenile Corrections |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| CRJ 2250 | Community Resources |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| SOC 2220 | Comparing Cultures |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| CRJ 1120 | Juvenile Procedures |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CRJ 2235 | Social Justice |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| CRJ 2216 | Community Relations (new curriculum item) |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| -- | Math Elective - Choose from any college level math or statistics course. |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| COR 2250 | Correctional Case Management |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| COR 2285 | Corrections Practicum |
Credit Hours: 3
|
| -- | Arts/Humanities Elective** |
Credit Hours: 3
|
Related Paths
Embedded Certificate Included
This program includes an embedded certificate that is automatically awarded when requirements are met. If you prefer not to receive the credential, contact Records and Registration.
Questions? Contact Us!
Wendy Holt
Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice937-328-5456