The Associate in Science degree in Criminal Justice Technology is designed to prepare the student for a full range of career opportunities in the field of criminal justice. The degree provides a strong background for employment with any of Southwest Florida’s many criminal justice or public service agencies, including police departments, sheriff’s offices, prisons, areas of juvenile justice, or private industry.
Continuing Toward a Bachelor’s Degree?
Students intending to continue toward a Bachelor’s degree are encouraged to consult with their transfer school prior to choosing their Associate’s degree and/or elective coursework. The Associate in Science degree in Crime Scene Technology transfers directly into the Edison State College Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Public Safety Administration. Click here to request more information regarding the baccalaureate degrees offered at Edison State College
Career/Industry Opportunities:
Police Officer
Security Officer
Correctional Officer
Deputy Sheriff
Successful Personal Attributes:
Strong ethical standards
Open minded
Persistent
Decisive
Tolerant
Logical
Confident
Analytical
Patient
Able to work under stress
Related Knowledge and Skills:
Communication skills
Community knowledge
Stress management
Human relations skills
Leadership skills
People skills
Problem solving skills
Negotiation/Mediation skills
The Criminal Justice Academy Bridge Program:
The Edison State College Criminal Justice Academy Bridge Program is designed for students successfully completing Florida Department of Law Enforcement’s Criminal Justice Standards & Training Commission Basic Recruit Academies for Law Enforcement Officer and/or Correctional Officers. Upon completion of program prerequisites, qualified students are eligible for 12-16 credit hours of elective credit in the AS degree in Criminal Justice Technology. In addition, selected degree core requirements can be met through an accelerated study format. Course requirements for the accelerated study format will include research projects and essays. All coursework earned through the Academy Bridge Program will demonstrate advanced, independent, and critical thinking skills expected within college level coursework.
