Criminal Justice Technology Associate in Science Degree (AS) Information
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Introduction to the Criminal Justice Technology Associate in Science Degree (AS) Program
The Criminal Justice Technology program is open to all students. The program provides an opportunity to prepare for a law enforcement or corrections career. Also currently employed practitioners can increase their knowledge and help develop their professional competence.
Students who have had prior Criminal Justice training may be eligible for articulation if they meet the following criteria:
Credit for Approved Prior Training
Credit opportunities are available for individuals who have prior training approved by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards or Training Commission and offered by a Florida Certified Center located at a Community College or a Vocational Center. The maximum credit awarded is fifteen credits. Courses from other training centers will be limited to those nationally recognized including the Southern Police Institute, FBI National Academy, and the Drug Enforcement Administration Drug School.
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Beyond Graduation . . .
The Criminal Justice Technology program is open to all students. The program provides an opportunity to prepare for a law enforcement or corrections career. Also currently employed practitioners can increase their knowledge and help develop their professional competence.
Occupations
Information Security Analyst
Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.
Police Detective
Conduct investigations to prevent crimes or solve criminal cases.
Police Identification and Records Officer
Collect evidence at crime scene, classify and identify fingerprints, and photograph evidence for use in criminal and civil cases.
Criminal Investigator and Special Agent
Investigate alleged or suspected criminal violations of Federal, state, or local laws to determine if evidence is sufficient to recommend prosecution.
Immigration and Customs Inspector
Investigate and inspect persons, common carriers, goods, and merchandise, arriving in or departing from the United States or between states to detect violations of immigration and customs laws and regulations.
Other Occupations
- Intelligence Analyst
- Police Patrol Officer
- Sheriff and Deputy Sheriff
- Transit and Railroad Police
- Correctional Officer and Jailer
- Bailiff
- Fire Investigator
Employment Trends
For more information regarding first-year earnings for degree completers and student debt accumulation download or view the Economic Security Report of Employment and Earning Outcomes Click Here, published by the Department of Economic Opportunity.
Escambia/Santa Rosa Counties
First-Line Superv., Protective Service Workers, All Other
79
80
1.9
$36,896.32
Okaloosa / Walton Counties
First-Line Superv., Protective Service Workers, All Other
47
46
1
$44,133.75
All Florida Counties
First-Line Superv., Protective Service Workers, All Other
5548
6134
198.6
$40,921.75