Program

Criminal Justice Transfer - CJT

Middlesex Community College

For Credit? Yes

Credential(s): Associate's Degree

Program Description:

The Criminal Justice - Transfer Option Associate in Science degree program is designed to prepare students for transfer to bachelor’s degree programs in criminal justice and related fields. Students are able to develop a strong foundation in criminal justice and study topics such as victimology, juvenile justice, corrections and policing. The curriculum emphasizes both an academic and practical approach to the three major areas of criminal justice - the police, courts and corrections - providing students with basic knowledge of legal issues facing practitioners in these fields. Emphasis is place on oral and written communications, as well as interpersonal skill building and understanding of the multicultural issues necessary for working with diverse populations. This program qualifies for MassTransfer, which guarantees credit transfer to Massachusetts state universities and the University of Massachusetts.