Criminal Justice @ Genesee

Genesee's Criminal Justice A.S. degree program prepares students to successfully transfer to a four-year institution and enroll in a Criminal Justice program or related field for a baccalaureate degree. Within the State University of New York system, the following colleges and universities offer four-year degrees in Criminal Justice: SUNY Albany, SUNY Brockport, SUNY Buffalo State, and SUNY Oswego.

At Genesee, your education focuses on a strong liberal arts background similar to the first two years of criminal justice programs offered by the above colleges and universities. In addition to the general education requirements, you'll also pursue introductory Criminal Justice courses.

The A.A.S. degree program is designed for students preparing to enter the workforce upon graduation for a career in law enforcement, correctional facilities, community service or private security. Agencies employing peace officers typically require candidates be at least 20 years old and pass physical and other screening examinations. As a graduate, you'll typically choose a job in the following fields: police officer, corrections officer, industrial security, retail security and campus security.

The Criminal Justice certificate program prepares you for employment opportunities, or helps you develop a deeper background in the field if you are already employed within the criminal justice system. You can also apply your courses toward a Criminal Justice degree program.

More than 50 percent of both the A.A.S. and A.S. programs, and the Criminal Justice certificate may be taken in a distance learning format.