Criminal Justice Specialist Certificate (CJ21)
The Criminal Justice Specialist TCC 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. 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 Specialist 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 Specialist 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 |
36 |
30 |
23 |
NA |
| Accuplacer (Next Gen) |
218 |
222 |
223 |
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 Specialist Curriculum
The Criminal Justice Specialist certificate program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program any semester. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 15 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 225 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 (15 Credits)
Program Costs
Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $1,500
Fees ( $385 per semester): $385
Books/Supplies: $700
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)