Grades 11 & 12

This course is designed to provide quality, comprehensive, and realistic education in criminal justice, law, and criminal procedures and techniques. You will receive comprehensive instruction on the criminal system, the Constitution, statutory laws, and law enforcement procedures and techniques. This course will promote a collaborative partnership between law enforcement and the schools and give you an insight into the criminal justice system as a career choice. Along with classroom instruction, we will have guest speakers, field trips, and practical exercises.  Criminal Justice focuses on the policing aspects of the criminal justice system.

Length: Semester  ●  Credit: 0.5  ●  Prerequisite: None  ●  NCAA Approved

• Dual Credit Course: Oregon college credit may be available for this class. Work with the teacher to coordinate college credit and pay any associated fees.

• You will have the opportunity to meet the Career-Related Learning Experience (CRLE) graduation requirement in this class.

Criminal Justice is part of the Law, Public Safety & Security CTE program at MVHS. This program's course offerings include Law 1, Criminal Justice, Criminal Law, AP US Government, Psychology 1, and AP Psychology. Courses in the Law, Public Safety & Security CTE program are offered to all enrolled students without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.