Credential directory

Degrees, certificates, licences, apprenticeships and micro-credentials — with the provider, the occupations each leads to, and the Credential Transparency Identifier where one is published. Or browse a state or partner library.

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    The Criminal Justice degree is designed to prepare students for careers in police work and corrections, in addition to serving as the basis to transfer on to complete a baccalaureate degree. For those already in service the program provides educational progress for promotion and other career develop …more

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    NIACC's Criminal Justice curriculum is designed to provide students with a foundation in the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for employment in the criminal justice field. Students who earn the Associate of Applied Science or Certificate of Criminal Justice are prepared for applying for en …more

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    A program that focuses on the criminal justice system, its organizational components and processes, and its legal and public policy contexts. Includes instruction in criminal law and policy, police and correctional systems organization, the administration of justice and the judiciary, and public att …more

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    A program of study that focuses on the general study of criminal justice and corrections. Includes instruction in criminology, criminal justice, correctional science, forensic science, law enforcement, psychology, and ethics.

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    The Associate in Criminal Justice program is designed to provide a solid grounding in basic skills essential to success in both academic work and criminal justice occupations. The criminal justice system provides employment opportunities in a variety of public agencies at all levels of government, a …more

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    A program that prepares individuals to perform the duties of police and public security officers, including patrol and investigative activities, traffic control, crowd control and public relations, witness interviewing, evidence collection and management, basic crime prevention methods, weapon and e …more

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    A program that focuses on the criminal justice system, its organizational components and processes, and its legal and public policy contexts. Includes instruction in criminal law and policy, police and correctional systems organization, the administration of justice and the judiciary, and public att …more

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    Program descriptions are available on institutional websites

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    An instructional program that prepares individuals to perform the duties of police and public security officers, including patrol and investigative activities, traffic control, crowd control and public relations, witness interviewing, evidence collection and management, basic crime prevention method …more

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    The Criminal Justice curriculum is made up of courses and a carefully selected group of general education requirements designed to prepare each student for a career in the field of criminal justice. These courses prepare students with theory and practical skills in the areas of criminal law, investi …more

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    Modern law enforcement is a highly competitive career field. The more education you have, the better your chance of employment and advancement. Prepare for entry-level employment in law enforcement agencies and in some correctional facilities with an Associate in Applied Science degree in Criminal J …more

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    Courses with the program assist students in the development of occupationally specific abilities with emphasis on interpersonal skills, group dynamics, problem solving, and critical thinking. The purpose of the program is to prepare students for the challenges of working in this dynamic profession.

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    An instructional program that prepares individuals to perform the duties of police and public security officers, including patrol and investigative activities, traffic control, crowd control and public relations, witness interviewing, evidence collection and management, basic crime prevention method …more

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    Students enrolled in Post University's Associate of Science in Criminal Justice have coursework in the areas of law enforcement, forensic science, corporate security, criminal investigation, and corrections. Students may opt to continue their studies and earn a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justic …more

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    A program that prepares individuals to apply theories and practices of organization management and criminal justice to the administration of public law enforcement agencies and operations. Includes instruction in law enforcement history and theory, operational command leadership, administration of …more

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    The criminal justice program provides students with an understanding of the adult and juvenile criminal justice processes, its agencies, personnel and historical foundations. The program emphasizes the key components of the criminal justice system, police, corrections, juvenile justice and judicial …more

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    Start your career in criminal justice with the skills and experience of a specialist. Whether you choose to work as a correctional officer, police officer, security guard or loss prevention specialist, you'll establish the foundational knowledge and experience needed to thrive right here at Iowa Lak …more

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    This degree is built upon the technical courses required for job preparation, but also includes a college-level general education component. This is consistent with the dual purpose of transfer and preparation for direct employment. The Criminal Justice program at Grays Harbor College provides the n …more

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    The Criminal Justice program at Berkshire Community College offers students opportunities for career preparation in criminal justice agencies as well as for transfer to various bachelor's degree programs. The program provides an interdisciplinary approach that examines all facets of the criminal jus …more

  • Associate's Degree

    Criminal Justice

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    The Criminal Justice Program at Grays Harbor College provides the necessary training and education for students interested in a variety of occupations within the criminal justice profession. Students can choose careers in the fields of juvenile justice, adult corrections, law enforcement, probation …more