Criminal Justice

Associate in Applied Science Degree Program

Program Description
Students who complete this program earn an Associate in Applied Science degree. The Criminal Justice A.A.S. degree program is designed to prepare graduates to enter immediately into a variety of criminal justice professions such as local and state law enforcement, corrections, and private sector investigative and public safety occupations. The A.A.S. degree program is also designed to benefit current criminal justice practitioners seeking to enhance their knowledge, skills and abilities to better perform their respective public or private service responsibilities and increase promotional opportunities. The A.A.S. degree program is comprised of an increased blend of job specific criminal justice course offerings with a reduced concentration of general and liberal arts courses of study. This program offers an optional concentration of study in forensic investigations through elective course selection. Students who successfully complete the A.A.S. degree in criminal justice may also continue pursuing a baccalaureate degree; however, transfer polices vary, and students should be aware that additional coursework in the general and liberal arts education areas are likely to be required at a four-year college.

Employment Potential
Graduates of the program will be qualified to begin their careers in entry level positions in law enforcement and many other criminal justice professions.

SUNY Ulster's Criminal Justice graduates are currently pursuing careers with the Secret Service, Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Customs, Border Patrol, New York State Police, New York Department of Corrections Services, New York State University Police, New York /New Jersey Port Authority Police, Ulster County Sheriff's Department, Ulster County District Attorney's Office, New York State Attorney General's Office, Ulster County Probation Department, and various local police departments, including New York City.

Requirements for Program Entry

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Satisfactory placement in Entering Student Assessment

Developmental Assistance Available
For students who do not meet basic reading and math requirements, or who have other learning issues, extra assistance is readily available through SUNY Ulster's Learning Center, Times Square math lab, the Writing Center, the Peer and Friend Tutor Program, and English as a Second Language (ESL) tutors.

For More Information
James Truitt, Program Coordinator
Criminal Justice and Police Basic Training
Office: Hardenbergh Hall, HAR 120
Phone: 800:724-0833, ext 5156 or
           845:687-5156
E-mail: truittj@sunyulster.edu