Criminal Justice - National American University - Ellsworth SD

Criminal Justice from National American University - Ellsworth SD is a Campus Bachelor Criminal Justice degree that prepares you for a Legal career. Program Goals The program will: provide students with the knowledge of the components of criminal justice: policing, courts, and corrections. provide students with a system theory perspective of how the criminal justice system is intended to work and the reality of how the system actually works, creating the issues and dilemmas that criminal justice professionals must manage and solve. develop the critical thinking skills of students to evaluate criminal justice issues and develop analytical strategies to solve complex criminal justice problems. develop the teamwork skills of students to work on criminal justice teams to perform essential functions. develop the managerial skills of students for criminal justice administrative work. develop the written and oral skills of students to perform the essential communication functions of criminal justice work such as communication with personnel, government and the community. encourage students to pursue continuing education and memberships in professional organizations. prepare students for promotional opportunities in the criminal justice field and for graduate education that will enhance their administrative capabilities for criminal justice careers. Student Learning Outcomes Graduates of the program will: demonstrate knowledge of the criminal justice system and the reality of its operation. demonstrate knowledge of the issues and dilemmas facing contemporary criminal justice . apply their analytical skills to applied, professional tasks and team efforts in criminal justice. apply their knowledge to critical issues in criminal justice and develop solutions. critically evaluate current criminal justice strategies for strengths and weaknesses, and reformulate policy to enhance criminal justice efficiency. apply their managerial and leadership skills in the supervision of personnel and their fulfillment of administrative tasks. apply administrative knowledge in their understanding of the chain of command and managerial issues in criminal justice work from the perspective of the supervised and the supervisor. demonstrate the leadership sills necessary to establish the professional and ethical standards required in criminal justice employment. express their knowledge of criminal justice issues, evaluation methods, and policy solutions using both written and oral communication strategies. View more details on National American University - Ellsworth AFB Extension . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Criminal Justice courses.