Criminal Justice Program Overview

The Criminal Justice program is designed to instill students with a love of learning, a sensitivity to civic responsibility and community service, and an appreciation for human rights in a multicultural society.

A Rewarding Career

Law enforcement is among the areas of study in high demand identified by the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC). According to a 2005 AACC survey, law enforcement was the second most sought-after program among colleges surveyed.

At Tunxis, you will gain skills needed to move ahead in the field of criminal justice. Our graduates are employed in many agencies nationwide, including U.S. Border Patrol; Federal Protection Service; U.S. Secret Service; Uniform Division; U.S. Bureau of Prisons; CT Department of Correction; CT State Police; and many local Police Departments.

Associate in Science Degree

Students gain the skills and knowledge to effectively and efficiently perform the duties of entry-level criminal justice personnel.

Core Courses and Electives

Introduction to Criminal Justice
Introduction to Corrections
Evidence and Criminal Procedures
Practicum in Criminal Justice
Juvenile Delinquency
Criminal Law I
Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice
Criminology
Introduction to Security
Introduction to Law Enforcement
Police and the Community
Survey of Drugs of Abuse
Criminal Justice Supervision and Administration
Probation Practices and Policies
Criminal Investigation
Fraud Investigation

Associate Degree in Science Criminal Justice: Corrections Option

Helps prepare graduates to effectively and efficiently perform entry-level correctional personnel duties.

Core Courses

Introduction to Criminal Justice
Introduction to Corrections
Community Based Corrections
Evidence & Criminal Procedures
Correctional Administration
Practicum in Corrections
Juvenile Delinquency
Institutional Treatment of the Offender
Criminology

Contact

Jessica Waterhouse, M.A.
Criminal Justice Professor and Program Coordinator
860.773.1646
[email protected]