Administration of Justice AAS Associate of Applied Science
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
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Campus location
Richmond, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
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Pace
Full time
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Earliest start date
Sep 2023
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Introduction
The Administration of Justice program is for students anticipating a career in the justice system and persons already employed in the justice system who want to enhance their professional standing and update their skills.
The Administration of Justice program is designed for students who are planning careers in law enforcement, corrections (juvenile and adult), or employment in related agencies.
All new students should take the English and mathematics placement tests immediately after applying. The following high school units are strongly recommended for the Administration of Justice program: four English units, three units of college preparatory mathematics, one unit of laboratory science, and two units of a foreign language. There are no physical requirements such as height, weight, eyesight, and physical dexterity; however, the student should understand that there may be such requirements for employment in criminal justice agencies.
The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree curriculum aims to prepare students for immediate employment upon graduation. Four-year college and university transfer opportunities for AAS degrees, if existing, are usually very specific. Reynolds has formal transfer articulation agreements with four-year institutions that enable graduates who qualify to transfer courses completed in the AAS degree.
These transfer articulation agreements are subject to change or expiration.
In addition, students may substitute some courses in the AAS degree curriculum with courses that typically transfer to senior institutions. Students interested in transferring in general or transferring under a formal transfer articulation agreement should consult with their faculty advisor upon program entry for further guidance.
Certain illegal activities and convictions may prohibit employment in law enforcement. Employing agencies may require additional training, such as completion of a police academy for some positions. Employing agencies may have minimum age requirements for some positions and may require a physical examination.
Computer competency requirement: Students in this program will meet the college's computer competency requirement by completing ITE 115. Students can also meet this requirement by passing the college's computer competency exam administered in each campus's testing centres. They will receive college credit for ITE 115. Students not passing the computer competency exam may retake the exam only once.