Program Outcomes
- Understand the structure, roles, and interactions of the three primary components of the criminal justice system: law enforcement, courts, and corrections.
- Apply ethical principles and professional standards to decision-making within criminal justice contexts.
- Analyze evidence and apply legal standards using critical thinking skills.
- Develop effective problem-solving strategies for addressing real-world issues in criminal justice situations.
- Demonstrate effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills appropriate for criminal justice professionals.
Credentials for Current Sworn Law Enforcement Officers
ASU-Beebe partners with the Criminal Justice Institute (CJI) of the University of Arkansas, ensuring that current sworn law enforcement officers can earn college credit through CJI and ASU-Beebe, leading toward the following credentials:
- Associate of Applied Science – Crime Scene Investigation
- Associate of Applied Science – Law Enforcement Administration
- Technical Certificate of Crime Scene Investigation
- Technical Certificate in Crime Investigation
- Certificate of Proficiency in Crime Investigation
- Certificate of Crime Scene Investigation
Related Careers
- Community policing
- Correctional treatment specialist
- Criminal investigator
- Forensic science technician
- Homeland security
- Law enforcement
- Law enforcement administration
- Probation & parole officer
- Victims advocate
- Wildlife enforcement
Costs & Fees
Transfer Options
A baccalaureate program in criminal justice is available on the Beebe campus through ASU-Jonesboro. ASU-Beebe has 2+2 transfer agreements with several four-year institutions in the state:
- Arkansas State University-Jonesboro
- Arkansas Technical University
- Harding University
- University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
- University of Arkansas - Little Rock
- University of Central Arkansas
- University of Arkansas - Monticello