Is a Certificate Program in Crime and Criminology right for you?
Are you excited by media portrayals of crime scene investigations and high-profile police detectives? Are you looking for an entry-level job in policing or law enforcement? Are you currently in law enforcement and looking to upgrade your skills? If you answered "yes" to either of these questions or if you seek additional online programs in criminal justice, then consider the Justice Studies Crime and Criminology online certificate program at Southern New Hampshire University.
Whether you want to obtain basic criminal justice skills or are seeking to improve your knowledge of the justice system, the Crime and Criminology Certificate program at SNHU delivers the training you need.
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Why the Online Certificate Program in Crime and Criminology at SNHU?
As a private, nonprofit accredited university, Southern New Hampshire University focuses on ensuring you learn the necessary skills to succeed. Whether you enroll in the Justice Studies online certificate program in Crime and Criminology or through any of our five regional campuses, you will benefit from an SNHU education:
- First-rate Justice Studies faculty that include working professionals in the field of justice studies.
- Internship opportunities combine traditional research with local agency experience.
- The ability to earn credits toward an Associates (AS) in Justice Studies online or Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Justice Studies online.
- Quality education at one of the most affordable tuition rates available.
- Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
- Ability to obtain optional certificates in Policing & Law, Law & Legal Process, and Terrorism & Homeland Security.
- Online students have 24/7 access to class- attend when it is most convenient for you.
What is the difference between Criminal Justice and Justice Studies Certificate programs?
Unlike traditional criminal justice programs, our interdisciplinary approach goes beyond courses in criminology and law enforcement. Our Justice Studies online certificate program in Crime and Criminology provides a broader list of course options to offer students a sweeping overview of the American justice system, criminal law, social science, and more. This diverse approach to your studies translates into expanded opportunities when you graduate.
Employment Opportunities for Justice Studies Majors
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook 2012-2013, "Employment of private detectives and investigators is expected to grow 21 percent from 2010–20, much faster than the average for all occupations. Increased demand for private detectives and investigators will result from heightened security concerns, increased litigation, and the need to protect confidential information and property of all kinds. The proliferation of criminal activity on the Internet, such as identity theft, spamming, email harassment, and illegal downloading of copyrighted materials, also will increase the demand for private investigators."
Graduates of the Justice Studies certificate programs, often go on to complete their AA in Justice Studies online or their BA in Justice Studies online. Those that are already in the workforce are better prepared for career advancement in business security, policing and law enforcement, federal service agencies, terrorism prevention, the courts, corrections, dispute resolution, victim advocacy, the military and more.
Visit our Career Development Center online to learn more about career opportunities in Justice Studies.
Transfer of Credit
If you are a student who wants transfer to SNHU or simply want to finish what you’ve started, we try to make transferring as easy as possible. We will accept up to 90 transferred academic credits and we automatically complete an official credit evaluation as part of the application review process.
Request an unofficial preliminary transfer credit evaluation to see how many of your credits will transfer
Justice Studies Online Certificate Program in Crime & Criminology
Through a carefully selected program of study, students have the opportunity to discover a broad scope of the American justice system. Unlike programs that focus on only one aspect of the justice model, such as law enforcement, Southern New Hampshire University's program provides course options that give a sweeping overview of the justice system, criminal law, social science, and more.
Crime & Criminology Certificate Required Courses
JUS 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice Or POL 306 The American Legal Tradition
JUS 215 The Victim and the Justice System
Select two (2) of the following courses not otherwise completed as a requirement for the B.S in Justice Studies major or other Justice Studies concentration/certificate:
JUS 211 Organized Crime
JUS 305 International Criminal Justice
JUS 309 White Collar Crime
JUS 429 Terrorism
JUS 468 Crimes Against Children
PSY 205 Forensic Psychology
PSY 215 Psychology of Abnormal Behavior
PSY 310 Criminal Psychology
SOC 213 Sociology of Social Problems
SOC 324 Sociology of Crime and Violence
SOC 326 Sociology of Deviance
SNHU's Online degree programs meet the needs of today's students while at the same time ensuring educational quality and real-world applicability. Contact us to learn more about the SNHU difference.