Advanced Start Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Degree From Kaplan University Online

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• College: Kaplan University
• Degree : Bachelors Degree
• Subject : Criminal Justice Programs

If you have your associate's degree, our online advanced start program can help you earn a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice online in as little as 12 months. A completed bachelor's degree will give you the qualifications you need to increase your income potential and marketability in today's job market. According to the US Census Bureau, bachelor's degree holders earn nearly double what high school diploma holders earn and over 30 percent more than associate's degree holders during their working lifetime.

Our innovative Web-based program combines the career-oriented focus of a 2-year degree with the academic curriculum of a 4-year program, giving you the flexibility of joining the workforce while pursuing your lifelong goals. This online bachelor’s degree program prepares you with the knowledge, communication skills, critical thinking and technical competencies required by careers in criminal justice.

Kaplan University offers 5 emphasis areas in the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program: law enforcement, private security, corrections, forensic psychology and fraud examination.

Law Enforcement Emphasis

Prepare to start or advance a career in a police department or criminal investigations. Examine the roles, responsibilities, issues and trends related to contemporary law enforcement organizations. This emphasis area also explores evidence and proof. Learn about trial proceedings, constitutional concepts and criminal case law. As a graduate you may qualify for advanced positions within police departments and other law enforcement agencies.

Private Security Emphasis

Learn techniques behind search, seizure and discovery to help start or advance a career in security with companies, computer firms, retail stores and schools. This emphasis area concentrates on collecting evidence and investigation. As a graduate you may qualify for employment in private security agencies, law firms and corporate investigation departments.

Corrections Emphasis

Learn the administrative and operational aspects of the US correctional system, both institutional and community based. Confront issues such as overcrowding, inmate rights and juvenile justice. As a graduate you may qualify to pursue opportunities at local, state and federal jail facilities and juvenile detention centers in administrative, tactical and managerial roles.

Forensic Psychology Emphasis

Fraud Examination Emphasis

Learn the skills and techniques essential to working as a fraud examiner. This emphasis area is designed to prepare you to sit for examination with professional organizations to become a Certified Fraud Examiner. With this credential, you'll be more employable in niche law enforcement areas such as white collar crime and financial investigation.

Who Should Take This Program?

This degree program is for students who already hold an AAS, AS or AA degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college and want to earn a 4-year degree to start or advance a career in criminal justice.

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