Criminal Justice at ISU
Criminal Justice Director -
Criminal Justice Associate of Arts
This two-year degree program provides two career goal options.
- Law Enforcement for those seeking to be law enforcement officers.
- Female Corrections for those interested in a career working in correctional institutions and agencies which serve female offender.
Graduates from either option of this program will have fulfilled the majority of the General Education Requirements applicable to a four-year degree.
Law Enforcement
Law Enforcement, Option A, is offered recognizing that many law enforcement agencies encourage or require personnel to obtain a higher education in order to better meet increased demands to perform more effectively in the face of complex legal, social, political and economic situations.
Female Corrections
Female Corrections, Option B, provides an academic background specifically directed at issues associated with correctional approaches toward female offenders. This programs based on the premise that correctional workers should truly be able to provide corrective assistance in mathematics, English and various sciences in addition to fulfilling the more traditional custodial tasks.