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Criminal Justice Records Specialist Certificate Program
The Criminal Justice Records Specialist TCC program will prepare graduates for entry-level employment in the administrative aspects of criminal justice. The program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to retrain and upgrade present knowledge and skills. Completion of the program of study leads to a Criminal Justice Records Specialist certificate.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Criminal Justice Records Specialist program is designed to prepare graduates for employment as secretaries and administrative assistants in law enforcement and corrections departments.
NOTE: PURSUANT TO STATE LAW, A CONVICTION FOR A FELONY OR MULTIPLE MISDEMEANOR OFFENSES COULD RESULT IN EXCLUSION FROM EMPLOYMENT IN THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE FIELD
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 16 years of age;
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
Test Reading Writing Numerical Algebra ASSET 38 35 35 COMPASS 70 23 26 SAT 430 400 ACT 18 16 CPE 75 75 75
CRIMINAL JUSTICE RECORDS SPECIALIST CURRICULUM
The standard curriculum for the Criminal Justice Records Specialist program is designed for the quarter system. Students may enter the program during any quarter of the year. The program generally takes 3 quarters to complete. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 34 credit hours.
| CURRICULUM OUTLINE | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|
| OCCUPATIONAL COURSES | 34 | |
| SCT 100* | Introduction to Microcomputers (OL) | 3 |
| CRJ 101* | Introduction to Criminal Justice (OL) | 5 |
| CRJ 212* | Ethics in Criminal Justice | 5 |
| BUS 101* | Document Processing (OL) | 6 |
| BUS 106* | Office Procedures (OL) | 5 |
| BUS 108* | Word Processing (OL) | 5 |
| MKT 101* | Principles of Management (OL) | 5 |
* "C" or higher is required for designated courses.
(OL) designation indicates course is available online in selected quarters.
PROGRAM COSTS
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)
Tuition/Fees: $1,539
Books/Supplies: $700