Bunker Hill Community College

LEGAL STUDIES and PUBLIC SAFETY PROGRAM

(Associate in Science Degrees):

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Overview

Program ID - AS.CJUST

The Legal Studies and Public Safety Program will provide academically rigorous education to prepare students for entry-level careers in security, law enforcement, and corrections. Preparation for transfer to four-year programs and opportunities for professional development for those already employed in areas that are important in the Criminal Justice field will also be provided. In addition to specific content knowledge, all students will develop critical thinking, technological, cross-cultural and gender competencies, ethical understanding and communication skills.

Career Outlook:
Graduates of this program qualify for entry-level positions in security, law enforcement, and corrections in local, state, and some federal law enforcement agencies.

Upon completetion of this program graduates will be able to:

• Meet specific competencies* in the following areas: ethics and professional responsibility; applying theory to policy and procedure; community involvement; constitutional issues, correctional institutions and processes; crime, justice and society; criminal justice administration; criminal law; forensics; innovations in police policy and management; issues of race, class, and gender; and researching criminal justice issues.
  
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  
• Use a computer to access data and information.
  
  *See the department chairperson or course syllabi for detailed program competencies and policies.