Criminal Justice Certificate

Unlock Your Potential with a Criminal Justice Certificate

Are you passionate about criminal justice and eager to contribute to building safer communities? Central Penn College’s Criminal Justice Certificate program offers a focused and impactful way to gain essential knowledge and a competitive edge in this vital field.

Understanding the pillars of the justice system is fundamental. This Criminal Justice Certificate provides a deep dive into the core components, equipping you with the foundational knowledge sought by employers in a range of professional roles.

Gain a Competitive Edge with Essential Criminal Justice Knowledge

This 18-credit Criminal Justice Certificate, comprising just 6 courses, is designed to fast-track your understanding of the U.S. criminal justice system. The curriculum is specifically chosen to align with areas of high professional demand, giving you a distinct advantage in your employment pursuits.

Through this program, you will:

• Gain a comprehensive introduction to the U.S. criminal justice system, exploring its key concepts, structures, and societal role.
• Analyze the functions of law enforcement, court operations, and correctional strategies.
• Differentiate between the adult and juvenile justice systems.
• Examine the historical context and changing role of crime victims.
• Explore the purpose and challenges of community corrections and offender re-entry.
• Detail the aims of the correctional system and the mechanisms used to achieve justice outcomes.

A Pathway to Further Your Education

Considering further education? The credits earned in this Criminal Justice Certificate seamlessly transfer directly into Central Penn’s associate or bachelor’s degrees in Criminal Justice. This provides a clear and efficient pathway for continued learning and advancement, allowing you to build upon your certificate foundation.

Enhance Your Qualifications and Broaden Your Career Horizons

This Criminal Justice Certificate provides valuable grounding highly sought after in many facets of the criminal justice system. It benefits those interested in direct service roles, administrative positions, or advocating for systemic change. Enhance your qualifications and open doors to a variety of career opportunities.

Ready to take the first step towards a rewarding career in criminal justice?

Inquire for more information or apply today!

Courses

Careers you can pursue

• Police Officer (with additional training)
• Police Aide/Support Staff
• Corrections Officer
• Victim Advocate Assistant
• Probation/Parole Aide
• Security Officer
• Court Clerk Assistant

You will succeed if you are...

• Service-minded
• Value integrity
• A good communicator
• Community-focused
• Possess strong interpersonal skills
• An effective multi-tasker