The Criminal Justice Associate in Applied Science degree provides graduates with the opportunity to be successful in their chosen career path. The technology provides students with a strong academic program of study with an emphasis on practical application.

Innovative teaching methods facilitate professional growth and personal enrichment. Instruction focuses on the professional competencies needed for employment within the rapidly expanding and ever-changing criminal justice fields.

Graduates obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to work within various local, state, and federal agencies and organizations. Studies promote critical thinking, problem solving, and the professionalism necessary for public service careers.

Graduates gain the opportunity to transfer credits to colleges and universities to complete requirements for a bachelor's degree. The Criminal Justice Dept. has transfer agreements with Wilmington College, Delaware State University, and the University of Delaware.

Criminal justice students are expected to make a commitment to their studies and their future. A significant investment of time and energy is required. Maturity, open-mindedness, accountability, and a productive attitude are just some of the characteristics expected of students.

The faculty challenges students to achieve their aspirations for a successful professional life. Faculty members are dedicated, knowledgeable, caring, and experienced professional men and women who strive to provide every student with a positive learning experience.