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Lay the foundation for an exciting and fulfilling job in law enforcement, private security, or corrections.

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Take the first step toward a career in criminal justice

There are few careers like criminal justice that give you the satisfaction of knowing you’ve made a difference. Classes prepare you to become a criminal justice professional or transition to a criminal justice program at a four-year school.

Examine the aspects of law enforcement, the behaviors of offenders, and criminal profiling and analysis. Explore the structure of the judicial process through discussions of U.S. Supreme Court cases, how the Constitution is interpreted, and the significance of the separation of powers doctrine. Study the field of corrections, crime prevention, and ethical responsibilities. 

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Learn from experienced criminal justice practitioners

赌钱app可以微信提现’s courses take a practical approach with instruction from faculty who have decades of real-world experience. All our instructors are or have been criminal justice practitioners in law enforcement, the courts, corrections, or investigations. They regularly bring criminal justice experts into the classroom and schedule tours so you can see career possibilities firsthand. 

You can easily apply your criminal justice elective courses toward an associate degree at 赌钱app可以微信提现. If you choose to continue your education, transfer your credits to a four-year Criminal Justice program at one of our partner schools. Plan ahead and work with a counselor for a smooth and stress-free transfer experience. 

Join the 赌钱app可以微信提现 Criminal Justice Club, a student-run organization that helps you make direct connections to criminal justice professionals. Past club members have: 

Get real-world, hands-on experience! CJ 285, a 12-hour-per-week internship spanning 14 weeks (168 hours), is a great way to make connections in the criminal justice field. 

Participate in Public Safety Day. This department-wide event introduces you to different criminal justice agencies. Speak with professionals in corrections, sexual assault investigation, law enforcement, and legal prosecution. 

Discover in-demand careers within this rewarding field 

A degree in criminal justice—especially a four-year degree—is increasingly important for securing a job and moving forward in the field. For instance, to get a highly sought-after FBI analyst position, you will need a criminal justice degree. Candidates also need specialized skills to set them apart from the competition—whether it’s knowing a second language, having another degree in law, accounting, or psychology, or experience working in the field. 

Employment opportunities in criminal justice include: 

  • Corrections officer
  • Crime prevention specialist
  • Crime scene investigator
  • Criminal profiler
  • Homicide detective
  • Narcotics officer
  • Parole officer
  • Police officer
  • Private investigator
  • Probation officer
  • State trooper
  • Youth correctional officer

Visit the Career Development Center for assistance with career decisions. 

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Contact Info

Frank Galbrecht, Chair 
Phone: 913-469-8500, ext. 4558 
Location: PA 138 
Email: fgalbrecht@280760.com  

 

Frank Galbrecht, Department Chair, Criminal Justice
"The Criminal Justice Advisory Committee is comprised of Johnson County professionals in law enforcement and criminal justice agencies, the district attorney’s office and victim assistance. These members provide insight to hiring employees along with trends and industry needs." Galbrecht has more than 30 years of law enforcement experience and 20 years of teaching at 赌钱app可以微信提现.