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Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice (AACJ). The Associate
of Arts in Criminal Justice Degree targets the fields related
to law enforcement, probation, parole, security, the judiciary,
and other related jobs. The specialization addresses specific
competencies and workplace behaviors needed to successfully
pursue a career in the criminal justice system. Criminal Justice
follows a line of investigation into the court structure and
management. It also explores laws, the constitution, crime
and criminology, the role of the judiciary, and social and
economic justice. The student will obtain an excellent basis
in communications arts, social sciences, humanities, math,
science, and information technology. The student will learn
how to research, analyze and apply vital information to real-world
challenges and opportunities. In addition, throughout the
program, the students learning, communication, team
work, and critical thinking skills will be developed.
The program is designed so that students wishing to continue
their education are prepared to move easily into a bachelors
degree program specializing in Criminal Justice such as is
offered by Western International University or University
of Phoenix Online, a sister institution.
Requirements
To enter the Axia College Online program, you must have a
high school diploma or equivalent and be at least 18 years
of age (or have the signature of a parent or guardian). You
must submit a completed and signed Axia College Application
for Admission listing secondary and all post-secondary institutions
attended, and request your official transcripts from all previous
schools attended.
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About Axia College
While maintaining the highest academic standards, Axia College
Online offers a more flexible, more efficient, and affordable
alternative to traditional community colleges and state universities.
Featuring the most popular and successful model of online
education, Axia College Online enables you to earn your associate's
degree from an accredited institution in just 18 to 20 months.
At Axia College Online, you receive a state-of-the-art education
with immediate value in the fields of business, IT, accounting,
health administration, general studies, or criminal justice.
You also acquire the solid academic foundation you need to
successfully pursue your bachelor's degree. In addition, you
have a seamless path to your bachelor's degree from University
of Phoenix Online, the leading online university in the United
States.
Accreditation
At Axia College we are committed to maintaining the rigorous
academic standards that ensure our full value as an institution
of higher learning. Axia College is an academic division of
Western International University (WIU). WIU is accredited by
the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and is a member of the
North Central Association (NCA). To learn more about accreditation,
visit NCA website at: www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org.
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