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Bachelor's Degree

Criminal Justice Major

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Why Study Criminal Justice at Ferrum College?

The criminal justice major is designed to prepare students for careers in law, law enforcement, administration of justice, and social science research. The program stresses theory and policy analysis combined with professional experience.

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Criminal Justice Emphasis Areas and Sample Courses

The program is composed of two emphasis areas that allows students to develop a broad background in their study.

CRIMINOLOGY

  • Victimology
  • Interviewing and Crisis Intervention
  • Techniques of Counseling
  • Restorative Justice

FORENSIC INVESTIGATION

  • Criminal Investigation
  • Forensic Investigation

Careers in Criminal Justice

Police Officer

First responder who is responsible for law enforcement and public safety. They provide emergency services by responding to calls and investigating crimes.

Correctional Officer

Provides care and correctional treatment of inmates. Manages inmate holding areas. Ensures that inmates remain in custody.

Crime Scene Investigator

In charge of extracting every possible piece of evidence from a particular crime scene.

Ferrum College Catalog

View the catalog for all program courses and degree requirements.

Meet the Faculty

Jessica Mitchell

Adjunct Instructor of Criminal Justice

Taylor Gunter

Adjunct Instructor of Criminal Justice

Nana Nti

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

Carl Franklin

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and Program Coordinator of Criminal Justice