Rasmussen College Criminal Justice Degree Program

Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice

An Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice will get you on your way to a career in the justice field. With a Criminal Justice degree you may learn how the criminal justice system works together to keep people safe and help prevent crime.

You will have the privilege of taking a wide-range of courses from instructors who have real-world experience in the field of criminal justice. The instructors at Rasmussen College have the knowledge and the abilities to teach you everything you need to know about Justice Studies. These well-versed educators will relay their relevant real-world experiences into the classroom.

Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice

A Criminal Justice Bachelor’s degree from Rasmussen College may help establish you as a leader in this essential and growing field. As a student of the Criminal Justice Bachelor’s degree, you may learn about theory and practice of criminal justice law, procedures, research methods, and leadership in the field.

Our Criminal Justice Bachelor’s degree has been designed for anyone interested in studying criminal behavior, crime prevention, and diversity within the justice system. In Rasmussen’s Criminal Justice program, you will take courses in Criminal Behavior, Victims in Criminal Justice, Research Methods in Criminal Justice, Cultural Diversity and Justice, Criminal law, Criminal Justice Leadership, and will participate in an internship. After completing all of the core curriculum, you may be prepared to hone your focus of study to one of Rasmussen’s Criminal Justice Bachelor’s degree specializations.

What You Do in Criminal Justice:

Protect our nation and its citizens from the threat of crime and terrorism
Protect property from illegal entry, vandalism, and theft
Keep order and enforce rules in jails and prisons
Help legal offenders adjust to life in the community
Help clients better understand themselves and their environment and to make decisions about problems facing them
Assist lawyers, businesses, and the public with a variety of investigative cases

Career Opportunities in Criminal Justice include:

Corrections
Homeland Security
Juvenile Justice
Family Services
Law Enforcement
Court Advocate

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About Rasmussen College

For 108 years, Rasmussen College has helped people change their lives through education. With approachable instructors, small class sizes, flexible scheduling, and personalized Student Support, we give you the extra attention you want and need from your education. We’ve built a community dedicated to helping you reach your goals. Learn, grow, and succeed with a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree from Rasmussen College.