Criminal Justice, Paralegal & Human Services

Criminal Justice, Paralegal & Human Services

The Public Service Technology and Legal Studies department of Horry-Georgetown Technical College offers a quality education in several key fields relating to the well-being of the community. From Criminal Justice to Legal Assistant/Paralegal to Human Services, the programs offered ensure that both graduates and society benefit from the knowledge, skills, and abilities provided. 

Criminal Justice

This program 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.

• Criminal Justice Technology
  • Police Pre-Academy Pathway
• Police Pre-Academy Training

For more information about Criminal Justice Programs contact:

Jeff Scott 
(843) 349-7140

Paralegal Studies

HGTC's Paralegal Studies programs prepare students to work under the direct supervision of an attorney to conduct documentary and legal research, draft legal documents, recommend solutions for procedural problems, and implement detailed office procedures for the efficient handling of specialized fields of law.

• Paralegal
• Paralegal Specialist

For more information, contact:
Donna McQueen
(843) 477-2006

Kathryn "Kif" Cook
(843) 839-1012

Human Services

The Human Services department provides students with the skills and abilities to work with individuals of all ages within a broad range of services that strive to improve societal outcomes.

• Human Services

For more information, contact:

Dr. Robyn Causey
(843) 477-2069