Oregon Transfer Degree for Criminal Justice
Some employers may require employees to earn a bachelor's degree before entering or advancing in this field. Chemeketa's program is planned so that you may transfer to a four-year school where the courses also may meet social science requirements.
Before you enroll at Chemeketa, consult with the Counseling and Career Services and an advisor at the institution to which you plan to transfer.
An Associate of Applied Science degree is awarded upon successful completion of the 94 required credit hours with a grade of "C" or better in all courses. These include the 58 credit hours listed under general education requirements, 21 credit hours of Criminal Justice core requirements, and 15 credit hours of Criminal Justice electives.
Students completing the AAS will -
- Identify the characteristics of professional integrity and ethical standards for Oregon criminal justice professionals
- Describe and relate the constitutional rights and responsibilities of citizens, offenders, and victims as they apply to state, federal, and procedural laws
- Describe the processes and technology used to gather, investigate, manage, and report information in the criminal justice field
- Identify the legal responsibilities of criminal justice professionals as they relate to cultural diversity and establishing positive community relationships