Administration of Justice
Associate of Applied Science
PURPOSE: The Administration of Justice program is for students anticipating a career in the justice system, as well as for persons already employed in the justice system who want to enhance their professional standing and update their skills.
OCCUPATIONAL OBJECTIVES: The Administration of Justice program is designed for students who are planning careers in law enforcement, corrections (juvenile and adult), or employment in related agencies.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: General college curricular admission
PROGRAM NOTES: The following high school units are strongly recommended for the Administration of Justice program: four units of English, three units of college preparatory mathematics, one unit of laboratory science, and two units of foreign language. There are no physical requirements such as height, weight, eyesight, and physical dexterity; however, the student should understand that there may be such requirements for employment in criminal justice agencies.
The purpose of the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree curriculum is to prepare students for immediate employment upon graduation. Four-year college and university transfer opportunities for AAS degrees, if existing, are usually very specific in nature. Reynolds has formal transfer articulation agreements with four-year institutions that enable graduates who qualify to transfer courses completed in the AAS degree. These transfer articulation agreements are subject to change or expiration.
In addition, students may substitute some courses in the AAS degree curriculum with courses that typically transfer to senior institutions. Students interested in transferring in general or transferring under a formal transfer articulation agreement should consult with their faculty advisor upon program entry for further guidance.
Certain illegal activities and/or convictions may prohibit employment in law enforcement. Employing agencies may require additional training such as completion of a police academy for some positions. Employing agencies may have minimum age requirements for some positions and may require a physical examination.
COMPUTER COMPETENCY REQUIREMENT: Students in this program will meet the college’s computer competency requirement by successfully completing ITE 115. Students can also meet this requirement by passing the college’s computer competency exam administered in the testing centers on each campus, in which case they will receive college credit for ITE 115. Students not passing the computer competency exam may retake the exam only once.
Order |
Course |
Title |
Credits |
1 |
College Success Skills |
1 |
|
2 |
Survey of Criminal Justice |
3 |
|
3 |
ENG 111 |
College Composition I |
3 |
4 |
ADJ 128 |
Patrol Administration and Operations |
3 |
5 |
Introduction to Computer Applications and Concepts |
3 |
|
6 |
Principles of Public Speaking |
3 |
|
7 |
The Juvenile Justice System |
3 |
|
8 |
Introduction to Criminal Law |
3 |
|
9 |
College Composition II |
3 |
|
10 |
______ |
Health/Personal Wellness Elective |
2 |
11 |
Criminology |
3 |
|
12 |
Criminal Law, Evidence, and Procedures I |
3 |
|
13 |
______ |
Approved Mathematics or Science Elective | 3 |
14 |
______ |
Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 |
15 |
______ |
Major Technical or Related Course Option | 3 |
16 |
Special Enforcement Topics |
3 |
|
17 |
Ethics |
3 |
|
18 |
______ |
Approved Elective | 3 |
19 |
______ |
200 Level Literature Course | 3 |
20 |
______ |
Major Technical or Related Course Option | 3 |
21 |
ADJ 290 |
Coordinated Internship or Major Technical or Related Course |
3 |
22 |
______ |
Approved Elective | 3 |
23 |
______ |
Approved Mathematics or Science Elective | 3 |
TOTAL |
Administration of Justice Associate of Applied Science |
66 |
3.09.20
Name | Program | Phone | |
---|---|---|---|
Sarah Jessie | Administration of Justice AAS | sjessie@reynolds.edu | 804/523-5489 |
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Current Wage Range (Entry - Experienced): $35,900 - $49,200
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Labor Market Statistics (Richmond, MSA)
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Current Wage Range (Entry - Experienced): $34,100 - $44,400
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Labor Market Statistics (Richmond, MSA)
Projected Employment (2029): 388
Current Wage Range (Entry - Experienced): $51,200 - $98,300
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Labor Market Statistics (Richmond, MSA)
Projected Employment (2029): 523
Current Wage Range (Entry - Experienced): $42,300 - $58,800
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Labor Market Statistics (Richmond, MSA)
Projected Employment (2029): 484
Current Wage Range (Entry - Experienced): $65,700 - $95,200
Common Job Titles1: Titles not available for this occupation.
Labor Market Statistics (Richmond, MSA)
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Current Wage Range (Entry - Experienced): $31,800 - $64,400
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Current Wage Range (Entry - Experienced): $37,300 - $50,000
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Labor Market Statistics (Richmond, MSA)
Projected Employment (2029): 20
Current Wage Range (Entry - Experienced): $21,600 - $30,300
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Labor Market Statistics (Richmond, MSA)
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Current Wage Range (Entry - Experienced): $42,800 - $61,600
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Labor Market Statistics (Richmond, MSA)
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Current Wage Range (Entry - Experienced): $34,200 - $50,300
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Labor Market Statistics (Richmond, MSA)
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Labor Market Statistics (Richmond, MSA)
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Labor Market Statistics (Richmond, MSA)
Projected Employment (2029): 70
Current Wage Range (Entry - Experienced): $35,600 - $42,800
Bright Outlook occupations are expected to have rapid growth over the next 10-years
(employment increase of 10% or more in the Richmond, MSA over the period of 2019-2029)
or are expected to have a high demand (projected to have 750 or more job openings
in the Richmond, MSA over the period of 2019-2029).
"Green occupations will likely change as a result of the green economy. Green economy
activities and technologies are increasing the demand for occupations, shaping the
work and worker requirements needed for occupational performance, or generating new
and emerging occupations." -- O*NET
1 This program may prepare you for one or more of the listed jobs; however, graduates may not be qualified for all of the jobs listed in this section.
Reynolds Community College makes every attempt to provide students with the best, most accurate information possible. The data was sourced from external agencies (O*NET and JobsEQ) on January 29, 2020.