Earn Your Criminal Justice Degree Online
Prepare for many different careers in law enforcement, security and corrections fields with a degree in Criminal Justice from Herzing University.
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Take the first step to join this growing industry by earning your criminal justice degree online.
100% online coursework
Choose from bachelor's and associate degree programs
Curriculum emphasizes the importance of community relationships, diversity, and crisis intervention
Choose your career pathway with Herzing.
Our criminal justice degree program prepares graduates for many different career paths. As a Herzing student, you will:
- Gain a solid understanding of the legal system and judicial process
- Learn the unique aspects of corrections and juvenile justice
- Gain proficiency in criminalistics and evidence forensics
Dual Credit Opportunity
Students enrolled in Herzing University’s Criminal Justice bachelor’s degree program can get a head start on earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Social Work (MSW). Qualifying undergraduate students may apply up to 9 credits toward an MBA or MSW degree.
What will I learn in Herzing's criminal justice program?
Required core courses include:
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Introduction to Criminal Justice
- Criminal Law
- Introduction to Criminology
- Introduction to Law and Judicial Process
- Report Writing and Communication
- Introduction to Corrections
- Crisis Intervention
- Law Enforcement Security
- Ethics in Law Enforcement
- Evidence Forensics
- Patrol Procedures
- Juvenile Justice
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At Herzing, we believe that providing you with a caring, supportive community will have a positive impact on your learning experience. We know our students by name and are committed to your academic, personal, and professional success. Discover why Herzing's student-first approach, individual attention, and caring community set us apart from other colleges and universities.