Criminal Justice Technology
Prepare to serve your community with a strong foundation in criminal justice principles, procedures, and practices. The Criminal Justice Technology program at St. Johns River State College offers practical learning paired with real-world relevance, giving you the knowledge and skills that help support the justice system in a variety of professional settings.
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering criminal evidence, court procedures, criminal investigation, juvenile delinquency, and criminal justice report writing.
- Offers multiple tracks including Corrections and Law Enforcement, as well as certificates like Criminal Justice Technology Specialist and Homeland Security Specialist.
- Faculty with practical experience in law enforcement and public safety.
- Prepares students for a broad range of roles in justice, public safety, and related community services.
- Career snapshot and median salary indicators provided to guide career planning.
What Type of Careers Do Students Go Into?
Graduates with a Criminal Justice Technology degree can pursue careers such as:
- Corrections Officer
- Law Enforcement Officer / Deputy
- Criminal Justice Technician
- Homeland Security Support Staff
- Probation and Parole Assistant
- Security Management Roles
Where can graduates work?
Law enforcement agencies, county sheriff’s offices, corrections institutions, probation departments, municipal police departments, private security firms, and government agencies.
Why Choose Criminal Justice Technology?
- Versatile Career Preparation: Builds a strong foundation for immediate entry-level roles in criminal justice and public safety, and serves as a stepping stone to advanced studies or professional certifications.
- Hands-On Focus: Coursework emphasizes real-world applications that reflect day-to-day responsibilities in justice and safety professions. Multiple Pathways: Offers both degree and certificate tracks so students can tailor their paths based on career goals.
- Community Impact: Prepares graduates to meaningfully contribute to public safety and community well-being through ethical and effective practice.
Timothy Adams, J.D.
Dean of Criminal Justice and Public Safety
and Director of the St. Augustine Campus
Program Details
Location: St. Augustine Campus
CRIMINAL JUSTICE TECHNOLOGY - CORRECTIONS TRACK 0089 - A.S. Degree
Program Requirements: See Catalog
Program Plan-Course Rotation: (PDF)
CRIMINAL JUSTICE TECHNOLOGY - LAW ENFORCEMENT TRACK 0089 - A.S. Degree
Program Requirements: See Catalog
Program Plan-Course Rotation: (PDF)
CRIMINAL JUSTICE TECHNOLOGY 0080 - A.S. Degree
Program Requirements: See Catalog
Program Plan-Course Rotation: (PDF)
CRIMINAL JUSTICE TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST 4090 - College Credit Certificate
Program Requirements: See Catalog
Program Plan-Course Rotation: (PDF)
HOMELAND SECURITY SPECIALIST 4092 - College Credit Certificate
Program Requirements: See Catalog
Program Plan-Course Rotation: (PDF)
How to Apply
Apply to SJR State*
Financial Aid: Apply now!
* Visit our SSN Web page for more information regarding the College's use of Social Security Numbers.