Administration of Justice

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Administration of Justice Associate in Science for Transfer

The Associate of Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer degree (AS-T in Administration of Justice) is intended to prepare students to transfer to CSU campuses that offer bachelor’s degrees in Administration of Justice or Criminal Justice. Students who complete this degree will receive “priority admission with junior status to the California State University system." This degree requires students to complete 60 CSU transferable units including completion of CalGETC and 18-20 units in the major with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better. Title 5 requires that students earn a grade of ‘C’ or better in all major coursework. A ‘P’ (Pass) grade is acceptable for courses in the major. There are no additional graduation requirements. Students should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.   Upon completion of the following requirements, the student will be eligible for an Associate Degree for Transfer: (1) Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following: a. California General Education Transfer Curriculum (CalGETC). b. A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district. (2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. (3) The completion of all courses required for the major with a “C” or better. A “P” (Pass) grade is acceptable for courses in the major.

Program Learning Outcomes

Program Requirements

CourseTitleUnits
Administration of Justice Associate in Science for Transfer: Complete all of the following18
Core Courses: Complete all of the following6
CRIM B1Introduction to Criminal Justice3
CRIM B2Criminal Law3
LIST A - Select two courses from the following6
CRIM B3Introduction to Evidence3
CRIM B4Constitutional Criminal Procedure3
CRIM B5Community Relations3
CRIM B8Criminal Investigation3
CRIM B9The Juvenile Justice System3
CRIM B12Forensic and Scientific Aspects of Evidence3
CRIM B21Introduction to Correctional Administration3
LIST B - Select two courses from the following6
Any LIST A course not already used.3
CRIM B6Introduction to Transformational Policing3

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