Criminal Justice Area of Concentration within Social Sciences A.A.

The Criminal Justice Area of Concentration within Social Sciences A.A. introduces students to the highly specialized and sophisticated area of criminal justice by acquainting students with the principles underlying technical skills and procedures, administration and operation of criminal justice organizations and psychological and sociological origins of human behavior.

Success in the program is defined by your ability to apply what you’ve learned in real-world scenarios. This program ensures that every student achieves the following core competencies:

• Explain the 3 major components of the criminal justice system.
• Describe common methods of gathering crime data.
• Analyze aspects of the United States Constitution and Supreme Court decisions for their effects on individual rights and law enforcement practices.
• Outline the history of the criminal justice system in the United States.
• Describe the structure and operations of the Maryland court system.

Success starts with a solid plan. Your program's course sequence is designed to build your skills step-by-step. By following this plan, you ensure you're meeting all program requirements and staying on track.

Program Pathway