Earn Your Degree in Criminal Justice from Rasmussen College

Serve Your Future Well

The field of Criminal Justice is vital to preserving order in society. Whether providing security in the governmental, private or non-profit sector, or carrying out administrative roles, Criminal Justice professionals are crucial to ensuring the law is observed.

If you're ready to take on dynamic work in a profession that gives back, Rasmussen College can prepare you through its Associates in Criminal Justice degree program – on campus or online.

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Why Earn a Degree in Criminal Justice?
Criminal Justice Job Opportunities

Catering to working adults, the program allows students to explore each function of the Criminal Justice system, from law enforcement to the structure of the courts and corrections, via a unique learning format aimed at accommodating busy schedules.

Mirroring the Criminal Justice coursework offered in the on-campus setting, the Associates in Criminal Justice degree program also paves the way for continuing education by emulating content delivered in the first two years of a Criminal Justice bachelor’s program.

Rasmussen College's Criminal Justice Program is now certified by the American Correctional Association. Click here to read more about this new credential!

Note: Degree offered at all locations.

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Arm Yourself with Powerful Criminal Justice Skills

Aside from being passionate about honoring the law, Criminal Justice professionals must also exercise strong critical thinking skills and be able to communicate well with others.
The Associates in Criminal Justice degree program from Rasmussen College illuminates the inner-workings of the Criminal Justice system through detailed coursework, while enriching students' character with traits essential for success.
Courses span all areas of Criminal Justice, including:

• Policing in America
• Introduction to Corrections
• Criminal Law and Procedure
• Criminology

Specialty courses in the Criminal Justice program:

• Homeland Security
• Terrorism
• Domestic Violence
• Juvenile Justice

Student potential is developed through curriculum that highlights marketable skills:

• Problem Solving
• Criminal Justice Terminology
• Ethical Decision Making
• Leadership
• Effective Written and Oral Communication