Associate of Science in Administration of Justice - Corrections (AS)
This degree prepares students for entry-level employment in the field of Administration of Justice - Corrections, through the study of sentencing, jails, prisons and community corrections. Students will acquire skills in theoretical, philosophical, and practical applications of topics related to corrections and will acquire skills appropriate for beginning paraprofessional or professional employment in criminal justice.
Program Outcomes
- Analyze ethical dilemmas encountered in the corrections and law enforcement fields and identify the correct ethical choice.
- Explain the “corrections umbrella” by applying definitions, concepts, and principles to the three branches of the corrections system.
- Exhibit strong and effective writing skills.
- Demonstrate knowledge/ability to listen and engage in verbal communication with a variety of people, taking into consideration cultural customs, beliefs, and lifestyles.
Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion of this degree, students will be prepared for careers or employment in the following fields: county jails, halfway houses, group homes, crisis centers, juvenile hall and victim service agencies. At the state level, employment opportunities exist with the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation: Each corrections, probation and parole agency has specific employment and training requirements.
Note
This degree is not designed for transfer; however, the courses included in this degree may be transferable and apply to other degrees designed for transfer.
Program Requirements
Code | Title | Units |
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GENERAL EDUCATION AND SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS | 25 | |
College of the Sequoias' Associate Degree General Education (COS-GE) * | ||
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REQUIRED MAJOR COURSES | 21 | |
AJ 011 | Intro to Criminal Justice * | 3 |
AJ 014 | Criminal Law 1 | 3 |
AJ 111 | Criminal Justice Communication ** | 3 |
AJ 117 | Correction/Counseling ** | 3 |
AJ 121 | Introduction to Corrections ** | 3 |
AJ 123 | Criminal Justice Ethics | 3 |
AJ 130 | Correctional Law ** | 3 |
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RESTRICTED ELECTIVES - LIST A | 3 | |
Select one of the following courses: | ||
AJ 113 | Juvenile Laws & Procedures | 3 |
AJ 114 | Juvenile Delinquency * | 3 |
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RESTRICTED ELECTIVES - LIST B | 6 | |
Select a minimum of two additional courses from either List A or List B or a combination of both lists (for a minimum of nine units): | ||
AJ 025 | Constitutional Law * | 3 |
AJ 045 | Terrorism and Freedom | 3 |
AJ 115 | Criminal Law 2 | 3 |
WEXP 193J | AJ Wrk Exp-1st Sem | 1-4 |
WEXP 194J | AJ Work Exp-2nd Sem | 1-4 |
WEXP 195J | AJ Wrk Exp-3rd Sem | 1-4 |
WEXP 196J | AJ Wrk Exp-4th Sem | 1-4 |
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ELECTIVES | 8-14 | |
Select additional degree-applicable courses numbered 1-299 to achieve 60 units. Recommended courses for electives include: | ||
CHLD 039 | Child Growth and Development | 3 |
CHLD 042 | Child, Family, and Community | 3 |
CHLD 134 | Understanding Child Abuse | 3 |
SOC 043 | Sociology of Deviance | 3 |
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TOTAL | 60 |
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Courses meet General Education requirement and 3-9 units may double count above in COS-GE.
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This course has a prerequisite
The Associate Degree requirements include completion of the:
- Required major courses and restricted elective courses with a "C" or better grade in each course (required and restricted elective courses may be substituted with the approval of the Division Chair),
- General Education Requirements,
- Subject requirements including PE, Health & Wellness, and American Institutions, and
- A minimum of 60 units of degree-applicable courses numbered 1-299, at least 12 of which must be taken in residence at College of the Sequoias, with a "C" (2.0) average (see Associate Degree Requirements for additional details).