Associate Degree in Criminal Justice
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Associate Degree in Criminal Justice


Interested in a criminal justice career? Do you want a credential that gives you many options?

Earn a degree in criminal justice and look forward to a career in a field such as child advocacy, law enforcement support or corrections. You will make a difference in the lives of others. Globe University/Minnesota School of Business (GU/MSB)-Lakeville offers an associate degree in criminal justice that will prepare you for a rewarding job.

Contact us for information

Contact GU/MSB-Lakeville to learn more about our criminal justice associate degree. Call us at 877-655-7676.

Criminal justice subjects

Criminal justice training at Globe University/Minnesota School of Business includes studies in the courts, law enforcement and corrections—and in how those three legs of the system support each other. Criminal justice courses cover the following subjects:

  • Investigations
  • Security
  • Corrections
  • Behavioral science
  • Protective services
  • Legal terminology
  • Legal research
  • Criminal law and procedure

The program also includes business courses, electives and general education courses. These classes strengthen communication and critical thinking skills and prepare students to work in our increasingly diverse society.

Graduates of the associate degree program may transfer their credits to the bachelor’s degree program in criminal justice—most credits will transfer smoothly.

Career options in criminal justice

Students who complete the associate in criminal justice degree program are prepared for positions in areas that include:

  • Investigations
  • Protective services
  • Corrections
  • Law enforcement support*
  • Security
  • Federal airport screening
  • Probation and parole

Because they have broad training in criminal justice, our graduates have choices. They can develop careers in the areas that are most important to them.

Online criminal justice program

The criminal justice degree is available online. Students can take all their classes through the GU/MSB online division or complete some courses online and others at our Lakeville campus. They have great flexibility while enjoying a robust online support system designed to foster success.

Request information

Learn more about our criminal justice associate degree. Call GU/MSB-Lakeville at 877-655-7676 or send a request for more information.

*In some states, graduates of our program will require additional training before they can serve as law enforcement officers.  Our college can help you identify appropriate training programs in your area.