Program Information
A.S. Degree - Code 223800 - Catalog 2024/2025
Tonya Cherry, Senior Staff Assistant, 386-506-4202, Tonya.Cherry@daytonastate.edu
Todd Tiehen, Assistant Chair, 386-506-4148, todd.tiehen@daytonastate.edu
Evan Doyle, Director, 386-506-4201, evan.doyle@daytonastate.edu
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
The mission of the Criminal Justice Associate of Science Degree program is to equip students to pursue advanced study and meaningful rewarding careers in the various fields of criminal justice, while emphasizing student success and embracing excellence and diversity.
Description:
An Associate of Science Degree in Criminal Justice will prepare students for a career in the criminal justice field. Some of the career opportunities available within the criminal justice field including, Law Enforcement Officer (municipal, state, or federal levels); Probation or Parole Officer; Crime Scene Technician; Intelligence Analyst; Dispatcher; Court Clerk; Private Investigator; Corporate or Private Security; Park Ranger; and Criminology Professor.
While completing the program, students will become familiar with the roles and functions of law enforcement, the courts, the correctional system, and the juvenile justice system. Students will be exposed to diverse criminological theories of crime, criminal justice policy, and constitutional law. The program will also prepare students for promotional opportunities to supervisory positions or specialized units within their field.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
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Exhibit effective communication within the field of Criminal Justice.
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Exhibit professional behaviors within the field of Criminal Justice.
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Exhibit cultural appropriately behavior within the field of Criminal Justice.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing the FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grant, loans, and work program available please see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/finaid. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.
Approximate Additional Costs
Students should contact the Criminal Justice Training Center for approximate costs of lab fees and textbooks.
Note: It’s never too early to prepare for your career! Login to your Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board and create your personal account to submit your resume for review and search for jobs, and practice your interview skills with Big Interview. For questions, please email Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.
Additional Completion Requirements
- Program specific and prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade 'C' or better.
General Education Courses
General Education Core - 15 Credits
Communication Core (3 Credits)
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3 |
Mathematics Core (3 Credits)
Choose One Course
Natural Sciences Core (3 credits)
Choose One Course
| AST1002 | Astronomy | 3 |
| BSC1005 | Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors) | 3 |
| CHM1020 | Chemistry in Society | 3 |
| EVR2001 | Introduction to Environmental Science | 3 |
| PHY1020 | Conceptual Physics | 3 |
Humanities Core (3 Credits)
Choose One Course
Note: Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements.
Social Sciences Core (3 Credits)
Choose One Course
| AMH2010 | United States History to 1877 | 3 |
| AMH2020 | United States History 1865 to Present | 3 |
| POS2041 | American Federal Government | 3 |
Program Specific Courses
Program specific courses must be completed with a grade 'C' or better.
Sample Program of Study
Year 1
1st Semester
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3 |
| CCJ1010 | Introduction to Criminology | 3 |
| CJC1000 | Introduction to Corrections | 3 |
| CCJ1020 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
2nd Semester
| CJJ2002 | Juvenile Delinquency | 3 |
| Mathematics Core | 3 |
| CJE1670 | Crime Scene Investigation | 3 |
| SYG2000 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| CCJ1080 | Introduction to Criminal Forensic Studies | 3 |
3rd Semester
| Natural Sciences Core | 3 |
| PSY1012 | General Psychology | 3 |
| CJE2304 | Introduction to Police Supervision | 3 |
Year 2
1st Semester
| CCJ2647 | Organized Crime | 3 |
| CCJ2650 | Drugs, Alcohol and Crime | 3 |
| PLA2880 | Constitutional Law | 3 |
| Social Sciences Core - Civic Literacy (AMH2010, AMH2020 or POS2041) | 3 |
2nd Semester
| CCJ2930 | Cybercrime | 3 |
| Humanities Core | 3 |
| CJL2072 | Civil Rights and Liability in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CJT2100 | Criminal Investigation | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 60