Criminal Justice Technology
Program Overview
The Criminal Justice Technology curriculum is designed to provide knowledge of criminal justice systems and operations. Studies will focus on local, state, and federal law enforcement, judicial processes, corrections, and security services. The criminal justice system’s role within society will be explored.
Emphasis is on criminal justice systems, criminology, juvenile justice, criminal and constitutional law, investigative principles, ethics, and community relations. Additional studies may include issues and concepts of government, counseling, communications, computers, and technology.
Transfer Opportunities
Looking to transfer to a university after you complete your Criminal Justice Technology degree at Carteret CC? Explore your options.
AAS Degree - Criminal Justice Technology
An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree is built to get you career-ready. Completed in about two (2) years, you’ll gain classroom knowledge and hands-on experience while applying scientific and business principles to real-world work in areas such as healthcare, information technology, development, production, business administration, management, or service.
Course Sequence
Fall Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACA-122 | College Transfer Success | 1 |
| CIS-110 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| CJC-111 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CJC-112 | Criminology | 3 |
| ENG-111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 |
| PSY-150 or PSY-118 | General Psychology or Interpersonal Psychology | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 16 | |
Spring Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-113 | Juvenile Justice | 3 |
| CJC-121 | Law Enforcement Operations | 3 |
| CJC-131 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| COM-120 | Introduction to Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| POL-120 | American Government | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 15 | |
Summer Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-122 | Community Policing | 3 |
| CJC-225 | Crisis Intervention | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 6 | |
Fall Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-222 | Criminalistics | 3 |
| CJC-141 | Corrections | 3 |
| CJC-231 | Constitutional Law | 3 |
| HUM-115 or HUM-120 | Critical Thinking or Cultural Studies Choose one: HUM-115: Critical Thinking; HUM-120: Cultural Studies | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 12 | |
Spring Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-212 | Ethics & Community Relations | 3 |
| CJC-120 | Interviews/Interrogations | 2 |
| CJC-221 | Investigative Principles | 4 |
| MAT-110 | Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 3 |
| CJC-132 or COM-231 or SOC-210 or SOC-220 or SOC-230 | Court Procedure & Evidence or Public Speaking or Introduction to Sociology or Social Problems or Race and Ethnic Relations | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 18 | |
Total Credits: 67 credits
Diploma – BLET Crosswalk
Diploma programs are designed to provide focused, entry-level training that can typically be completed in about one (1) year. These programs may stand alone or be structured within an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree pathway. This allows students to enter the workforce quickly or continue their studies by completing additional coursework to earn a full AAS degree.
Course Sequence
Fall Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACA-122 | College Transfer Success | 1 |
| CJC-111 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| ENG-111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 7 | |
Spring Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-113 | Juvenile Justice | 3 |
| CJC-121 | Law Enforcement Operations | 3 |
| CJC-131 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 9 | |
Fall Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-132 or COM-231 or SOC-210 or SOC-220 or SOC-230 or COM-231 | Court Procedure & Evidence or Public Speaking or Introduction to Sociology or Social Problems or Race and Ethnic Relations or Public Speaking | 3 |
| CJC-231 | Constitutional Law | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 12 | |
Spring Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-120 | Interviews/Interrogations | 2 |
| CJC-221 | Investigative Principles | 4 |
| ENG-114 | Professional Research & Reporting | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 9 | |
Summer Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-122 | Community Policing | 3 |
| CJC-225 | Crisis Intervention | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 6 | |
Total Credits: 43 credits
Certificate – BLET Crosswalk
Certificate programs are short-term training options that can typically be completed in one (1) year or less. They are designed to prepare you for employment, upgrade your skills, or provide retraining—helping you quickly gain the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to advance in the workforce.
Course Sequence
Fall Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-111 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CJC-132 | Court Procedure & Evidence | 3 |
| CJC-231 | Constitutional Law | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 9 | |
Spring Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-131 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 3 | |
Summer Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-225 | Crisis Intervention | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 3 | |
Total Credits: 15 credits
Certificate – Criminal Justice Technology
Certificate programs are short-term training options that can typically be completed in one (1) year or less. They are designed to prepare you for employment, upgrade your skills, or provide retraining—helping you quickly gain the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to advance in the workforce.
Course Sequence
Fall Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-111 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CJC-112 | Criminology | 3 |
| CJC-141 | Corrections | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 9 | |
Spring Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-113 | Juvenile Justice | 3 |
| CJC-131 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 6 | |
Total Credits: 15 credits
Pathway – Criminal Justice Technology (CCP)
Career & College Promise (CCP) offers high school students the opportunity to take tuition-free college courses that count toward both high school and college graduation requirements. In about two years or less, students can complete college credits, certificates, or other credentials—giving them a valuable head start on their education and career goals. By enrolling in CCP, students save time, save money, and gain the confidence of knowing they are already on the path to success in college and beyond.
Course Sequence
Fall Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-111 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CJC-112 | Criminology | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 6 | |
Spring Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-113 | Juvenile Justice | 3 |
| CJC-131 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 6 | |
Total Credits: 12 credits
WCE Available Classes
Boost your skills, explore new careers, or stay current in your field with Carteret CC’s Workforce Continuing Education. Our flexible, non-credit courses—offered online or in-person—range from a few hours to several hundred hours and cover everything from technical training to professional development and personal enrichment. Affordable and practical, these courses help you grow your career and reach your goals on your schedule.
Program Overview
The Criminal Justice Technology curriculum is designed to provide knowledge of criminal justice systems and operations. Studies will focus on local, state, and federal law enforcement, judicial processes, corrections, and security services. The criminal justice system’s role within society will be explored.
Emphasis is on criminal justice systems, criminology, juvenile justice, criminal and constitutional law, investigative principles, ethics, and community relations. Additional studies may include issues and concepts of government, counseling, communications, computers, and technology.
Transfer Opportunities
Looking to transfer to a university after you complete your Criminal Justice Technology degree at Carteret CC? Explore your options.
AAS Degree - Criminal Justice Technology
Stay on track towards graduation.
Course Sequence
Fall Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACA-122 | College Transfer Success | 1 |
| CIS-110 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| CJC-111 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CJC-112 | Criminology | 3 |
| ENG-111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 |
| PSY-150 or PSY-118 | General Psychology or Interpersonal Psychology | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 16 | |
Spring Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-113 | Juvenile Justice | 3 |
| CJC-121 | Law Enforcement Operations | 3 |
| CJC-131 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| COM-120 | Introduction to Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| POL-120 | American Government | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 15 | |
Summer Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-122 | Community Policing | 3 |
| CJC-225 | Crisis Intervention | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 6 | |
Fall Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-222 | Criminalistics | 3 |
| CJC-141 | Corrections | 3 |
| CJC-231 | Constitutional Law | 3 |
| HUM-115 or HUM-120 | Critical Thinking or Cultural Studies Choose one: HUM-115: Critical Thinking; HUM-120: Cultural Studies | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 12 | |
Spring Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-212 | Ethics & Community Relations | 3 |
| CJC-120 | Interviews/Interrogations | 2 |
| CJC-221 | Investigative Principles | 4 |
| MAT-110 | Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 3 |
| CJC-132 or COM-231 or SOC-210 or SOC-220 or SOC-230 | Court Procedure & Evidence or Public Speaking or Introduction to Sociology or Social Problems or Race and Ethnic Relations | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 18 | |
Total Credits: 67 credits
Diploma – BLET Crosswalk
Stay on track towards graduation.
Course Sequence
Fall Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACA-122 | College Transfer Success | 1 |
| CJC-111 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| ENG-111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 7 | |
Spring Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-113 | Juvenile Justice | 3 |
| CJC-121 | Law Enforcement Operations | 3 |
| CJC-131 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 9 | |
Fall Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-132 or COM-231 or SOC-210 or SOC-220 or SOC-230 or COM-231 | Court Procedure & Evidence or Public Speaking or Introduction to Sociology or Social Problems or Race and Ethnic Relations or Public Speaking | 3 |
| CJC-231 | Constitutional Law | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 12 | |
Spring Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-120 | Interviews/Interrogations | 2 |
| CJC-221 | Investigative Principles | 4 |
| ENG-114 | Professional Research & Reporting | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 9 | |
Summer Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-122 | Community Policing | 3 |
| CJC-225 | Crisis Intervention | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 6 | |
Total Credits: 43 credits
Certificate – BLET Crosswalk
Stay on track towards graduation.
Course Sequence
Fall Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-111 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CJC-132 | Court Procedure & Evidence | 3 |
| CJC-231 | Constitutional Law | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 9 | |
Spring Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-131 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 3 | |
Summer Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-225 | Crisis Intervention | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 3 | |
Total Credits: 15 credits
Certificate – Criminal Justice Technology
Stay on track towards graduation.
Course Sequence
Fall Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-111 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CJC-112 | Criminology | 3 |
| CJC-141 | Corrections | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 9 | |
Spring Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-113 | Juvenile Justice | 3 |
| CJC-131 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 6 | |
Total Credits: 15 credits
Pathway – Criminal Justice Technology (CCP)
Take tuition-free college courses that count toward both high school and college graduation requirements.
Course Sequence
Fall Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-111 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CJC-112 | Criminology | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 6 | |
Spring Semester
| Course Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-113 | Juvenile Justice | 3 |
| CJC-131 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 6 | |
Total Credits: 12 credits
WCE Available Classes
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