Criminal Justice Services Certificate
The Criminal Justice Services Certificate offers targeted training in criminal justice operations, community safety protocols, and law enforcement support functions. This program prepares you to serve as an essential part of public safety teams and helps you gain the skills needed to enter the criminal justice field.
What Can You Do with a Criminal Justice Services Certificate?
With this certificate, you can work in roles that support law enforcement agencies
by assisting with community outreach, patrol support, and safety initiatives. You’ll
be prepared to contribute to maintaining public order, assisting officers, and supporting
community-based safety programs—making a difference in promoting safer neighborhoods
and communities.
Graduates with a Criminal Justice Services Certificate are in demand for various support
roles within law enforcement agencies, security firms, and community safety programs.
Job opportunities include community safety officers, security support personnel, and
law enforcement assistants. As communities focus on proactive safety measures, the
need for trained professionals in criminal justice support roles is expected to grow,
providing stable employment opportunities.
Suggested Curriculum
This program is designed for part-time students already employed in the fields of
law enforcement, corrections and private security. The curriculum prepares students
to advance their careers as public police officers and investigators, correctional
officers, 911 telecommunications, or private security officers and investigators.
- CJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice (CRJ 901)
- CJ 102 Introduction to Criminology (CRJ 912)
- CJ 103 Law Enforcement Organization and Administration
- CJ 120 Introduction to Homeland Security
- CJ 201 Introduction to Criminal Law
- CJ 204 Juvenile Justice (CRJ 914)
- ENG 101 Composition I (C1 900)
- ITAPP 101 Introduction to Computers (BUS 902)
Select 6 credits from the following:
- CJ 105 Community Service Officer Training
- CJ 106 Introduction to Corrections (CRJ 911)
- CJ 110 Community-Based Policing
- CJ 203 Principles of Criminal Investigation
- CJ 207 Street Law: Understanding Law and Legal Issues
Each college and university has its own major requirements and transfer policies. Consult the schools you are considering and a PSC advisor to discuss courses and their transferability.
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Criminal Justice Services (CJ.TCE)
This program is designed to be completed in 12 months.
This program will cost $6,510 if completed within normal time. There may be additional costs for living expenses. These costs were accurate at the time of posting, but may have changed.
Of the students who completed this program within normal time, the typical graduate leaves with $0 of debt.
Prairie State College provides a comprehensive array of resources designed to foster student success and well-being. These include disability support services, health and safety protocols, career development counseling, and personal support. Academic assistance is readily available through tutoring, advising, and library services, while transfer advising and campus security ensure a safe and seamless college experience. Additionally, the college offers various financial aid options to help students achieve their educational objectives.
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