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Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS) degree in Criminal Justice:The undergraduate degree program in Criminal Justice is a dynamic program geared toward working professionals seeking to obtain a baccalaureate degree in an environment that provides both accelerated learning and flexibility.
The criminal justice curriculum is composed of courses designed not only to provide broad-based knowledge of the criminal justice system, but also to stimulate a comprehensive understanding of the underlying issues that impact upon the application of the law and theory in today's complex society. The adult learner will comprehend the interrelationship of issues and the manner in which the various parts of the criminal justice system function to administer justice in modern society. Learning objectives are designed to ensure that adult learners can critically examine criminal justice policy and demonstrate effective communication skills related to policy implementation and problem solving. The program prepares graduates for a multitude of career opportunities in criminal justice, or further study at the graduate level.
Criminal Justice Career Opportunities:
- Law enforcement officer at the federal, state, or local level
- Correction's officer
- Adult/juvenile probation officer
- Counselor in juvenile institution (treatment specialist)
- Private security
- Private investigator
- Policy analyst (legislation, funding, etc.)
The Bachelor of Professional Studies in Criminal Justice is available at the Dixon University Center in Harrisburg and at the Lancaster Center in an accelerated 5-week format. Liberal arts core and general electives are offered at all locations.
The Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies in Criminal Justice is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.
Degree Requirements:
The bachelor's degree from Elizabethtown College requires 125 credit hours of academic work. Degree candidates must take at least 30 of their last 60 credits from Elizabethtown College. Credits from Elizabethtown must include at least 15 credits in the major.
Course Requirements
Major Requirements (54 credits)
Criminology
Introduction to the Criminal Justice System
Police Organization & Management
Court Administration & Management
Modern Corrections
Juvenile Law & Justice
Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice
Methods of Criminal Justice Research
Substance Abuse & Criminal Justice
Criminal Law and Procedure
White Collar Crime
Criminal Justice Practicum (6 credits)
Probability & Statistics (Mathematical Analysis)
Four major elective courses.
Core Program (27-28 credits)
Adult Learner Seminar
Power of Language (Writing and Language)
Creative Expression
Cultural Heritage
Foreign Cultures & International Studies
Natural World (must include a lab component)
Social World
Values &Choice
Jr./Sr. Colloquium
General Electives (43-44 credits)