DCCCD
Note: This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible. For more information, please visit: https://www.dcccd.edu/hb1508.
Gainful Employment Information(Level 1 Certificate)
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.
Degree Plan Code: C1.CJ.BASIC.15
This certificate is attached to the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Criminal Justice and the transfer Field of Study degree in Criminal Justice. It is designed for students who would like exposure to the basic elements of the criminal justice system but who also have the intent of transferring to a Baccalaureate degree-granting institution.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CRIJ 1301 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRIJ 1306 | Court Systems and Practices | 3 |
| CRIJ 1307 | Crime In America OR | 3 |
| CJSA 2334 | Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| Semester Total | 9 | |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CRIJ 1310 | Fundamentals of Criminal Law | 3 |
| CRIJ 2313 | Correctional Systems and Practices OR | 3 |
| CJSA 1382 | Cooperative Education-Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | (3) |
| CRIJ 2328 | Police Systems and Practices OR | 3 |
| CJSA 1347 | Police Organization and Administration | (3) |
| Semester Total | 9 | |
| Minimum Hours Required | 18 | |
|---|---|---|
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
