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Criminal Justice is a one- or two-year program
designed to train students in various aspects of law enforcement,
criminal justice, and the legal system. Students will receive
instruction in skills needed for careers in associated fields; e.g.
police officers, prosecuting and defense attorneys, probation and
parole officers, crime scene investigators, correctional officers, etc.
Major objectives of the program include: history of law enforcement,
constitutional law, Illinois law, courts and the legal system,
communication and dispatch operations, report writing and records,
criminal investigations, search and seizure, community relations,
patrol functions, traffic investigations, corrections, private security
operations, criminology, and other related areas. Computers and role
play scenarios are used to enhance the student's learning experiences
and provide an introduction to practical experiences which might be
expected in the field. Community activities will include field trips,
internships, and job shadowing experiences. The development of
employability and transition skills is included in the course as a
basic component of the program. Dual Credits: 9 SVCC (CJS 101 – 3, CJS 120 – 3, CJS 299 – 3 [CJS 299 may be repeated])
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