Forensics
Certificate of Achievement Administration of Justice · El Camino College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Kinesiology, Athletics, and Public Safety Division
www.elcamino.edu/academics/divisions/kinesiology-athletics-and-public-safety/
The Administration of Justice certificate prepares students for a career in criminal justice. By completing the degree or certificate requirements, the student will gain the ability to apply principles of the justice system, constitutional and procedural considerations affecting arrest, search and seizure, human relations, and concepts of criminal law as well as demonstrate proficiency in report writing and record keeping. Competencies will be assessed regularly in accordance with the California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) criteria.
For Gainful Employment program information, please visit www.elcamino.edu/academics/divisions/kinesiology-athletics-and-public-safety/public-safety-programs.php
Certificate of Achievement
A Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of all program requirements. At least 50 percent of the courses required for the certificate must be completed at El Camino College.
Required Courses:
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AJ 111 | Criminal Investigation | 3 |
| AJ 132 | Forensic Crime Scene Investigation | 3 |
| AJ 133 | Fingerprint Classification and Investigation | 3 |
| AJ 134 | Introduction to Crime Analysis | 3 |
| AJ 135 | Report Writing | 3 |
| ART 110 | Drawing Fundamentals I | 3 |
| PHOT 101 | Beginning Photography | 3 |
Total Units: 20