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Criminal Justice Technology

Criminal Justice Technology - Associate in Applied Science Degree

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Conway

Contact:

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(843) 347-3186

Criminal Justice

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Criminal Justice offers a well-rounded study of the criminal justice system, focusing on the legal issues and fundamental concepts and principles associated with law enforcement, the courts, corrections, and juvenile justice. It is designed for students who want to increase their employment potential, increase their advancement potential, or transfer into a senior institution that accepts HGTC criminal justice courses. The program concludes with an intensive capstone course in which students develop education portfolios based on previous coursework and a 135-hour internship involving activities that require the application of concepts taught throughout the program. 

The field of criminal justice, whether law enforcement, the courts, corrections, or juvenile justice, involves ever-expanding areas for career opportunities. The need for highly skilled and educated employees will continue, especially with rapidly advancing fields of law enforcement, criminal investigations, and crime scene investigations. There will also be a need for dedicated men and women in the diverse areas that comprise the criminal justice system.

Specific Admission Requirements for Program

  • Criminal Background Check must be satisfactorily completed before students can enroll in any criminal justice course.
  • Criminal Justice Program will deny eligibility for enrolling in a CRJ-prefixed course if an applicant/student has an arrest and/or conviction for any offense involving violence, moral turpitude, drug violations, misdemeanors with a sentence of 1 year or more, a felony, or a pattern of offenses that exhibits an absence of trust, honesty, compliance with the law, and/or appropriate standard of behavior that would prevent placement with a criminal justice internship site.
  • Students may start the Criminal Justice Program at the beginning of any semester.

Course Sequence and Progression Requirements
A minimum grade of "C" or better is required for all CRJ-prefixed courses for progression and graduation. Most Criminal Justice (CRJ) courses are offered only once each year, so following the recommended course sequence is extremely important.

For more information about careers, visit O*Net Online for an overview of South Carolina and National earnings statistics, and Career Services for more employment, career, and professional development resources.

Employers of HGTC Alumni Include:

  • Andrews Police Department
  • Aynor Police Department
  • Conway Police Department
  • Georgetown Sherrif's Office
  • Horry County Police Department
  • Horry County Sheriff's Office
  • Myrtle Beach Police Department
  • Mullins Police Department
  • North Myrtle Beach Police Department
  • South Carolina Highway Patrol

Career Pathways

Previous education and work experience could qualify for Credit for Prior Learning, saving you time and money.
Criminal Justice Technology Pathway
Go to the University Transfer page for more information.
For more information, contact:
Jeff Scott - (843) 349-7140

Curriculum Sequence

First Semester - Fall Course Title Semester
Credit Hours
CRJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3
CRJ 115 Criminal Law I 3
ENG 101 English Composition I 3
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  Total Credits shown under pathway  
Second Semester - Spring    
CRJ 120 Constitutional Law 3
CRJ 125 Criminology 3
ENG 102 English Composition II 3
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  Total Credits shown under pathway  
Third Semester - Summer    
CRJ 203 Forensic Photography 3
CRJ 230 Criminal Investigation I 3
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  Total Credits shown under pathway  
Fourth Semester - Fall    
CRJ 130 Police Administration 3
CRJ 220 Judicial Process 3
SPC 205 Public Speaking 3
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  Total Credits shown under pathway  
Fifth Semester - Spring    
CRJ 236 Criminal Evidence 3
CRJ 242 Correctional Systems 3
CRJ 260 Seminar in Criminal Justice 3
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  Total Credits shown under pathway  
Pathways
Each pathway lists the additional courses necessary to complete during the corresponding semester, as those shown above.
Crime Scene Investigation Pre-Police Academy Training* Correctional Officer Training General Transfer Emphasis
First Semester - Fall First Semester - Fall First Semester - Fall First Semester - Fall
CRJ 202 MAT 155  MAT 155 MAT 155
  OR OR OR
  MAT 101 MAT 101 MAT 101
  SOC 101 SOC 101  
Total Credits 12 Total Credits 15 Total Credits 15 Total Credits 12
       
Second Semester - Spring Second Semester - Spring Second Semester - Spring Second Semester - Spring
CRJ 201 CRJ 281 CRJ 271 CRJ 222
MAT 155 PSY 201 PSY 201 SOC 101
OR      
MAT 101      
Total Credits 15 Total Credits 15 Total Credits 15 Total Credits 15
       
Third Semester - Summer Third Semester - Summer Third Semester - Summer Third Semester - Summer
SOC 101 CRJ 282 CRJ 272 CRJ 145
Total Credits 9 Total Credits 9 Total Credits 9 Total Credits 9
       
Fourth Semester - Fall Fourth Semester - Fall Fourth Semester - Fall Fourth Semester - Fall
CRJ 229 CRJ 283 CRJ 273 CRJ 218
PSY 201 HIS 102 HIS 102 PSY 201
  OR OR  
  HIS 201 HIS 201  
Total Credits 15 Total Credits 15 Total Credits 15 Total Credits 15
       
Fifth Semester - Spring Fifth Semester - Spring Fifth Semester - Spring Fifth Semester - Spring
CRJ 235 CRJ 284 CRJ 201 CRJ 224
HIS 102     HIS 102
OR     OR
HIS 201     HIS 201
Total Credits 15 Total Credits 12 Total Credits 12 Total Credits 15
  * Must complete PPAT Certificate first.    
     
    TOTAL CREDIT HOURS 66