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Public and Social Services - Criminal Justice
If you are looking for an opportunity for public service in a challenging job that involves personal responsibility, you may find success in the criminal justice field. Knowledge of sociology, psychology, government and law is helpful in preparing for this career.

Ivy Tech Community College’s associate of science degree in Criminal Justice prepares you to pursue a bachelor of science degree in Criminal Justice or Criminology at a four-year institution.

Contact:
Willie Whitfield, Chair
(317)  921-4427
wwhitfiel@ivytech.edu

Concentrations

Curriculum varies based on the degree (A.A.S., A.S., or Technical Certificate) and is subject to change. Curriculum posted are samples; Advisors can help determine sequence of classes.

GENERAL EDUCATION -- 19 CREDITS
    English Composition 3
    Life Skills Elective 1
    Mathematics Elective 3
    Life/Physical Sciences Elective 3
    Humanities Elective 3
    Introduction to Psychology 3
    or  
    Introduction to Sociology 3
    Fundamentals of Public Speaking 3
    or  
    Introduction to Interpersonal Communication 3
PROFESSIONAL / TECHNICAL CORE -- 27 CREDITS
    Introduction to Criminal Justice Systems 3
    Cultural Awareness 3
    Introduction to Criminology 3
    Introduction to Law Enforcement 3
    Introduction to Courts 3
    Introduction to Corrections 3
    Ethics in Criminal Justice 3
    Criminal Law and Procedure 3
    Criminal Justice Research 3
CONCENTRATION -- 12 CREDITS
REGIONALLY DETERMINED -- 3 - 4 CREDITS (Limit = 3 - 4)
TOTAL CREDITS 61 - 62
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"The education that I received from Ivy Tech has been a tremendous help to me in my career. I have learned many skills that are essential in dealing with my program's recipients."
Angelia Goodwin
Criminal Justice, '07
Exec. Director, Meals on Wheels of Tippecanoe County