First Year (30 Credit Hours Total)
Fall Semester
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRIJ 1301 - Introduction to Criminal Justice (FY) (FOSC)(Offered continuously, Field of Study Curriculum) | 3 | 080 | ||
| Choose any course in the Mathematics Core (FY) 2(Offered continuously, Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | 020 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRIJ 1306 - Court Systems and Practices (FOSC)(Field of Study Curriculum) | 3 | - | ||
| Any course from the Creative Arts Core (FY) 2(Offered continuously, Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | 050 |
Spring Semester
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRIJ 2328 - Police Systems and Practices (FOSC)(Field of Study Curriculum) | 3 | - | ||
| ENGL 1301 - Composition I (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 010 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRIJ Directed Elective (FOSC) 3(Field of Study Curriculum, Recommended electives listed in notes) | 3 | - | ||
| ENGL 1302 - Composition II (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 010 |
Summer Courses
These courses can also be taken during any Fall or Spring Semester
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIST 1301 - United States History I (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 060 | ||
| HIST 1302 - United States History II (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 060 |
Second Year (30 Credit Hours Total)
Fall Semester
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First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRIJ 1310 - Fundamentals of Criminal Law (FOSC)(Field of Study Curriculum) | 3 | - | ||
| Choose any course in the Life or Physical Science Core (FY) 2(Offered continuously, Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | 030 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRIJ 2313 - Correctional Systems and Practices (FOSC)(Field of Study Curriculum) | 3 | - | ||
| Choose any course in the Life or Physical Science Core (FY) 2(Offered continuously, Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | 030 |
Spring Semester
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First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOVT 2305 - Federal Government (Federal Constitution and Topics) (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 070 | ||
| SOCI 2336 - Criminology 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | 090 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOVT 2306 - Texas Government (Texas Constitution and Topics) (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 070 | ||
| CRIJ 2314 - Criminal Investigations (FOSC) 3(Field of Study Curriculum, Recommended elective) | 3 | - |
Summer Courses
These courses can also be taken during any Fall or Spring Semester
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Any course from the Communication Core (FY) 2(Offered continuously, Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | 090 | ||
| Any course from the Language, Philosophy, or Culture Core (FY) 2(Offered continuously, Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | 040 |
Important Notes
Note 1: Must successfully complete the course in order to progress in the AA Criminal Justice degree.
Note 2: Meet with an academic advisor to discuss preferred core and degree requirements for your transfer university and for university specific transfer classes.
Note 3: Recommended electives may include: CRIJ 1307, CRIJ 1313, CRIJ 2301, CRIJ 2323, but please click on the link below for the accepted directed electives at each Texas public transfer institution: Criminal Justice Directed Elective
FY: Course will be offered on a continuous basis so that a student can take the course in any fall or spring semester.
FOSC: Field of Study Curriculum required for the Texas Direct Transfer Degree.
Core Curriculum Numbering: 010-090 represents the Core Curriculum Numbering System.
Transfer Outlook
The Criminal Justice (CRIJ) program is designed to assist students in earning knowledge and a degree in the fields of:
- Law enforcement
- Probation
- Parole
- Corrections
- Criminal justice
Within the program, students have the options of seeking an Occupational Skills Award and an AAS degree. Students are encouraged to contact the Department Chair of CRIJ.
Career Outlook
Potential career paths and entry-level salaries in Central Texas:
- Probation Officer: $34,777 (Bachelor's Degree required)
- Correctional Officer: $40,842 (Associate Degree required)
- Police Officer: $51,346 (Police Academy graduation required)
Salary data based on entry-level jobs in Central Texas from https://texaswages.com/