THE TEACHER

Welcome to the Criminal Justice Program at the Burlington County Institute of Technology, Medford campus. My name is Mr. Joseph Latigona, and I am honored to lead this dynamic program. With over 25 years of experience as a police officer in the Township of Medford and service as a veteran of the United States Army, I bring a wealth of real-world knowledge and dedication to the classroom. One of the highlights of my law enforcement career was serving as a School Resource Officer for both BCIT and the Lenape School District, where I developed a passion for mentoring and educating young people. 

My academic background includes a Bachelor’s degree from Rowan University and a Master’s in Criminal Justice from the University of Cincinnati. Since 2011, I have been proud to serve as an instructor at BCIT, and I currently hold the position of Career and Technical Education Head Teacher. In addition, I am an active member of the Criminal Justice Advisory Board at Rowan College at Burlington County (RCBC) and a member of the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP). I am committed to providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, preparing them for future careers in law enforcement, legal studies, forensic science, and public service. If you would like to learn more about the Criminal Justice Program or have any questions, please feel free to contact me at:

jlatigona@burlcoschools.org