Class Goal

To give the students the knowledge, skill and abilities to succeed in the many areas of the criminal justice field. This will be developed by a well-rounded learning experience and exposure to the total criminal justice system.

As a young professional you will:

• Explain the history and functions of the components of the Criminal Justice system.
• Determine what constitutes a legal search and seizure.
• Apply the procedures for making a lawful arrest.
• Identify, explain and participate in each step of the adjudication process of a criminal case.
• Demonstrate effective patrol procedures.
• Conduct an investigation of a crime scene.
• Identify and describe the functional units within a police department.
• Determine the duties and responsibilities of the correctional system.

This program will prepare you to pursue the following career opportunities:

• Police Officer
• Correctional Officer
• Parole- Probation Officer
• Judge
• Security and safety Officer

Earn while you learn!

You will receive nine credits in the Criminal Justice Program at Hagerstown Community College.