An associate of arts in criminal justice will require a cluster of general education courses, such as English composition, history, government, possibly math, laboratory science, psychology or sociology, humanities, etc. Some of the criminal justice courses would include, intro to criminal justice, criminal law, police roll in the community, police administration, criminal investigation, and others. This is just a general over view. Each school may have some slight differences. The associates of arts is designed as a transfer program for those who wish to pursue a bachelor's degree after completing the associates degree. Below gives you some information on the associates degree.
The associates degree is designed as a two year program of study as a full-time student provided the student takes the degree as prescribed by the college, and provided the student does not require prerequisite coursework as a result of basic skills testing. There are some programs of study that may take a bit longer depending on the number of credits required. Usually these are programs within the health related fields. In addition, for students who require developmental course work as a result of basic skills testing, it would take longer. How much longer would depend on the extent of the developmental courses they are required to take. Evidently, those individuals who attend college on a part-time based would also extend their time in school. How much longer would depend on the credit load carried each semester. Typically, an associates degree takes between 60 and 64 credits to complete depending on the specific school, program of study, and state mandates.
Maybe, but frankly, for teaching , even Liberal Arts would have been more useful.
Within the United States, the technology degrees at this level are typically an associate of applied science (AAS) degree. The regular transfer programs in criminal justice can be either the associate of arts (AA), or the associate in science (AS).
It depends on the type of degree. the three most common are as follows. * Associate of Arts (AA) * Associate in Science (AS) * Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
A good career field to look into would be forensic psychology. As found on many shows this job field is growing.
In terms of college degrees, an AA is an associates of arts degree. Under this category there are many specific programs of study. For example, education, business, communications, criminal justice, fine arts, etc.
No but you will probably complete the requirements for an AA & maybe even a BA long before you achieve your masters.
No, you don't need an AA degree. In fact, you don't need any degree. However, lately lots of people are trying to become secretaries, so having an associate's degree will definitely make you stand out and help you get the job.
Actually if you have another skill set such as computer typing skills, or graphic design skills AND an AA in ANYTHING, some employers are eager to hire. My sister in law had 5 years experience in Graphic Design and went back to get her AA in Liberal Studies, With it, and her Graphic arts skills, she now got a new job with a Gov't contractor making 13K more a year. I also have friend that can't seem to find ANY job with his AA in English. He has no other sellable skill set other than being a college student. Good Luck.
No but you'll earn one about half-way to a 4 year degree in most majors anyway.
Each legitimate college requires certain core courses as a part of any degree program. Most students hate them, but they turn out to be valuable later.
The AA is not a professional degree. The professional degree are such as lawyer, medical doctor, etc..
Cal Poly does not offer AA degrees.