Administration of Justice (Certificate T0406)
Technology and Health Division
Certificate T0406
The Certificate in Administration of Justice program is intended to prepare students for entry-level employment following graduation.
The courses emphasize the modern role of law enforcement and corrections within the criminal justice systems. Written and oral communication skills are a consistent focus. Entry-level employment opportunities available after completion of this program may include law enforcement as peace officers, corrections officers, custodial officers, non-sworn security and investigations, other non-sworn positions in law enforcement, and public service.
Required Courses
| Course Prefix | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ADJU 1 | The Administration of Justice System | 3 |
| ADJU 2 | Principles and Procedures of the Justice System | 3 |
| ADJU 3 | Concepts of Criminal Law | 3 |
| ADJU 4 | Legal Aspects of Evidence | 3 |
| ADJU 5 | Community Relations | 3 |
| ADJU 68 | Administration of Justice Report Writing | 3 |
| Choose four from the following: | 12 | |
| Police Patrol Tactics and Strategy | ||
| Introduction to Homeland Security | ||
| Introduction to Correctional Sciences | ||
| Concepts of Traffic Services | ||
| Principles of Investigation | ||
| Narcotics Investigation | ||
| Introduction to Forensics for Criminal Justice | ||
| Gangs and Corrections | ||
| Total Units | 30 | |
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, a student will be able to:
- Demonstrate the principals involved in documenting the investigation of criminal activity.
- Identify and apply legal precedents in field work.
- Demonstrate familiarity with the social factors related to police interaction with communities.
- Demonstrate understanding of how criminal codes are used and how statutory law is practically applied.
- Demonstrate the ability to use technology and other resources to research social and legal aspects of the criminal justice system.
- Demonstrate the ability to present information in diverse circumstances, with various cultures and communities, involving public and media issues.
- Understand professional skills related to court testimony, interview, interrogation, and law enforcement nomenclature.
Review Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for this program.
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This Guided Pathways for Success (GPS) is a suggested sequence of coursework needed for program completion. It is not an official educational plan. Schedule an appointment with a counselor or advisor as soon as possible to create an individualized Mountie Academic Plan (MAP) specific to your goals and needs.
| Fall Term | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| ADJU 1 | The Administration of Justice System | 3 |
| ADJU 2 | Principles and Procedures of the Justice System | 3 |
| ADJU 3 | Concepts of Criminal Law | 3 |
| ADJU 10 OR ADJU 13 OR ADJU 20 OR ADJU 38 OR ADJU 50 OR ADJU 59 OR ADJU 6 OR ADJU 74 OR ADJU 9 3 | ||
| Units | 9 | |
| Winter Term | ||
| ADJU 4 | Legal Aspects of Evidence | 3 |
| ADJU 5 | Community Relations | 3 |
| Units | 6 | |
| Spring Term | ||
| ADJU 68 | Administration of Justice Report Writing | 3 |
| Certificate: Administration of Justice, T0406 6 | ||
| Submit petition to Admissions Records Submit petition to Admissions Records | ||
| ADJU 10 OR ADJU 13 OR ADJU 20 OR ADJU 38 OR ADJU 50 OR ADJU 59 OR ADJU 6 OR ADJU 74 OR ADJU 9 9 | ||
| Units | 3 | |
| Total Units | 18 | |
