CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Protect and serve the public with one of our degree programs in criminal justice at Indian River State College—home to some of the most advanced training experiences in the country.
AT THE RIVER, YOU…
- Can get hands-on learning experience at the Institute for Cold Case Investigation, where you’ll work with local law enforcement on open, unsolved criminal investigations.
- Will take courses at the Treasure Coast Public Safety Training Complex, which is one of the most comprehensive and technologically advanced public safety training facilities in the country.
- Will learn about criminal and constitutional law, the court system and the function of police in a democracy.
AVAILABLE PROGRAMS
Criminal Justice (A.A.)
Associate’s Degrees
Credits or Hours: 36
An associate degree lets you build a strong foundation in corrections and the law. Learn more about the wide range of career paths available in the criminal justice fields, from law enforcement to crime scene investigation to working within the court system.
When you complete your associate degree at The River, you are guaranteed the right to transfer as a junior to a bachelor’s degree program at a Florida public university—or continue in a bachelor’s degree program here, like the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.
Criminal Justice Technology
Associate’s Degrees
Credits or Hours: 60
The River’s associate degree in criminal justice technology gives you the foundation for a range of careers, from working in law enforcement agencies to insurance investigation.
You’ll take courses in criminal justice, corrections and the law, along with elective choices in areas like evidence, terrorism and crime scene investigations.
You can also save money in this program by taking advantage of our Open Educational Resources for criminal justice courses, which provide customized materials and eliminate the need and cost for textbooks.
Criminal Justice (B.S.)
Bachelor’s Degrees
Credits or Hours: 120
Start or advance your career in law enforcement and corrections with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.
This program will prepare youfor a leadership role in law enforcement at the local, state or federal levels, including probation, corrections, juvenile justice and private security services. This program also provides a strong foundation for graduate school or law school.
You’ll take classes with hands-on experiences and dive deep into a wide range of subjects that are relevant throughout the criminal justice field.
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NEXT STEPS
APPLY TO THE RIVER
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PAYING FOR COLLEGE
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