Online Criminal Justice Degree - Investigations/Law Enforcement Specialization

This program is also offered in the classroom or through a blended-learning format.

Bring Criminals to Justice with our online Investigations/Law Enforcement Program

When we were kids, we learned that there were two kinds of people in the world: the good guys and the bad guys. With an online Law Enforcement degree from Rasmussen College Online, you can help put the bad guys behind bars. However, being a Peace Officer is about more than merely responding to calls from a dispatcher. Being a Police Officer requires a broad skill set and the ability to follow specific procedures. As part of your training, you will learn how to conduct surveillance, identify suspicious activity, and preserve the integrity of a crime scene.

If you're interested in becoming an Investigator, our online Criminal Justice degree is the chance you've been waiting for. Our Investigations program teaches a broad array of investigative techniques, including Forensic Psychology. By piecing together clues at the crime scene, you can determine what kind of offender you're dealing with. This psychological profile will help you narrow down the range of possible suspects, and when you finally bring your suspect into custody, your Forensic Psychology education will qualify you to act as an expert witness. If you're committed to protecting the innocent and bringing criminals to justice, it's time to earn your Criminal Justice degree online from Rasmussen College Online!

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What You Do in Investigations/Law Enforcement
Investigations/Law Enforcement Job Titles
What You Will Learn
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Study Investigation & Law Enforcement Online at Rasmussen College

If you think taking online classes will be too difficult - think again. Our courses are designed for ease of use, and we offer every one of our students an enormous level of support with the Rasmussen EdVantage System. We will help you find the right program for your career goals and get you packaged for the maximum Financial Aid for which you qualify, and we'll help you find a job in your area of study, anytime you need one.even after you graduate.

If you would like more information, please call us at (888) 549-6755. Speak with one of our Admission Representatives who can answer any questions you might have about our school, what we offer our students, or the degrees that will lead you to a great career.

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What You Do in an Investigations/Law Enforcement Career

Once you have completed our Investigations/Law Enforcement program online, you will have acquired all the knowledge you need to protect our nation and its citizens.

  • Act as an official escort, such as when leading funeral processions or firefighters
  • Direct traffic flow and reroute traffic in case of emergencies
  • Evaluate complaint and emergency-request information to determine response requirements
  • Identify, pursue, and arrest suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts
  • Inform citizens of community services and recommend options to facilitate longer-term problem resolution
  • Inspect public establishments to ensure compliance with rules and regulations
  • Investigate traffic accidents and other accidents to determine causes and to determine if a crime has been committed
  • Issue citations or warnings to violators of motor vehicle ordinances
  • Monitor traffic to ensure motorists observe traffic regulations and exhibit safe driving procedures
  • Monitor, note, report, and investigate suspicious persons and situations, safety hazards, and unusual or illegal activity in patrol area
  • Patrol specific area on foot, horseback, or motorized conveyance, responding promptly to calls for assistance
  • Photograph or draw diagrams of crime or accident scenes and interview principals and eyewitnesses
  • Process prisoners, and prepare and maintain records of prisoner bookings and prisoner status during booking and pre-trial process
  • Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations
  • Provide road information to assist motorists
  • Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities
  • Relay complaint and emergency-request information to appropriate agency dispatchers
  • Render aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries
  • Review facts of incidents to determine if criminal act or statute violations were involved
  • Testify in court to present evidence or act as witness in traffic and criminal cases

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Investigations/Law Enforcement Job Titles:

Our Career Services staff is dedicated to helping you find you a job within your chosen field. By getting your online Law Enforcement degree, you could find a position such as:

  • Police Officer
  • Criminal Investigator
  • Deputy Sherriff
  • …plus, much more

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What You Will Learn:

As a graduate of our online Criminal Justice degree, you will earn exactly the same degree as students who attend our traditional, on-campus classes. Our core curriculum explores innovative topics that will help you support and contribute to world of Justice.

  • Criminal Investigations
  • Criminal Justice Leadership and Management
  • Critical Issues in Criminal Justice
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Criminal Law and Procedures
  • Examination of Forensic Science
  • Criminal Evidence
  • Drugs and Crime
  • Career Development
  • Success Strategies
  • .plus, much more

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Choose Your Path:

In addition to our Investigations/Law Enforcement program, our online Criminal Justice degree offers three other emphases that will allow you to tailor your education to meet your interests and career goals. Also consider:

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Want more info on our Investigations/Law Enforcement program?

You may also be interested in these other online programs:

To learn more, call one of our Admissions Representatives at (888) 549-6755 or you can request more information online.


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