Criminal Justice
Harkness - Kenton - Potter
Harkness - Kenton - Potter
Students will learn criminal and civil law, vehicle and traffic law, arrest and court procedures, report writing and professional communication skills. Topics of study include: interviewing skills, self-defense, emergency response, security, fingerprinting, civil rights, courts and corrections, and forensics. Students will participate in community service projects, participate in guest speaker presentations, conduct physical conditioning exercises, learn patrolling skills, collect evidence and crime scene investigation tactics.
Network and interact with criminal justice professionals at local, county, state, and federal agencies.
Class includes guest speakers, field trips, and internships.
Complete the program with the traits needed to be a criminal justice professional, including discipline, integrity, and professionalism.
Develop a career plan for you area of interest, including college and career planning.
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SUNY Niagara
Niagara University
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Armored Car Delivery Service
Corrections Officer
Loss Prevention
Private Security
Military Police
TSA
Border Patrol
DEC
Municipal Police
NFTA
Park Police
State Police
Uniform Division Secret Service
Paralegal
ATFE
CIA
DEA
FBI
Lawyer
Parole Officer
Probation Officer
U.S. Marshal
Strong verbal communication/public speaking/debating
Strong reading comprehension
Strong writing skills
Strong moral and ethical character
Respectful of other people’s ideas and beliefs
Can handle sensitive content related to Criminal Justice
Can problem-solve and think creatively
Students may participate in physical training activities.