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Criminal Justice Associate's Degree with a Specialization in Homeland Security

Note: Degree offered at all campus locations and online.

The need for Homeland Security Specialists is growing and an Associate's degree from Rasmussen will give you the knowledge and skills you need to be successful in your future career. If you are interested in emergency services, or risk analysis of communities, then a Homeland Security specialization is right for you. An Associate's degree in Criminal Justice will prepare you for a successful future in the justice field.

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Courses in Introduction to Homeland Security, Terrorism, and Security Challenges will prepare you for a position within the United States Justice System. You can begin a career as a Customs Officer, Immigration Services Agent, or Border Patrol Agent once you earn your Criminal Justice Associate's degree with a specialization in Homeland Security.

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Call (888) 549-6755 and speak with an Admissions Representative for more information on our Criminal Justice Associate's degree in Homeland Security, or you can Request More Information online and we'll call you!

Career Overview

  • The Department of Homeland Security combines over 170,000 employees with 22 federal agencies
  • An average growth is expected for the employment of Homeland Security Professionals through the year 2016
  • Competition is expected for some Federal positions, especially during times of economic uncertainty, when workers seek the stability of Federal employment

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Career overview information is provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor and www.acinet.org

Learn more about Rasmussen College's Criminal Justice Bachelor's degree. With a Bachelor's degree you will have more knowledge about the field of Criminal Justice. Call an Admissions Representative today at (888) 549-6755 to find out more about what classes are like and how you can get started or Request Information Online and we will contact you.