Criminal Justice Fundamentals Certificate (CJ71)
The Criminal Justice Fundamentals Technical Certificate of Credit is a sequence of courses that prepares students for criminal justice professions. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of criminal justice theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Upon completion of this technical certificate of credit may permit students to pursue entry level opportunities in the criminal justice field. Completion of the Criminal Justice Fundamentals Technical Certificate of Credit does not ensure certification of officer status in Georgia. Students must seek such certification from the Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Council.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the Criminal Justice Fundamentals certificate program are prepared for entry-level positions in the criminal justice field.
Admissions Criteria
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 16 years of age;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
| Test |
Reading |
Writing |
Numerical |
Algebra |
| Accuplacer |
55 |
60 |
34 |
NA |
| Accuplacer (Next Gen) |
224 |
236 |
229 |
NA |
| Compass |
70 |
32 |
26 |
NA |
| SAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| SAT |
270 |
280 |
310 |
NA |
| ACT |
14 |
13 |
14 |
NA |
| ASSET |
37 |
38 |
32 |
NA |
| PSAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| GED |
NA |
145 |
145 |
NA |
| TABE |
461 |
NA |
442 |
NA |
Criminal Justice Fundamentals Curriculum
The Criminal Justice Fundamentals certificate program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program any semester. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 12 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 210 contact hours and generally takes 1 semester to complete.
Additional Notes
Conviction of a felony or certain misdemeanors may prohibit employment in the law enforcement field.
Program Courses
Occupational Courses (12 Credits)
Program Costs
Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $1,200
Fees ( $370 per semester): $370
Books/Supplies: $500
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)