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Criminal Justice

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Course Description: 

The Criminal Justice program prepares students for careers and further study in the field of Criminal Justice. The Criminal Justice System covers the fields of police, courts and corrections. Students will study law, both criminal and civil, including NYS Penal Law, Criminal Procedure Law, and Constitutional Law.

Topics Covered:

Law enforcement, from security work to community policing, physical and electronic security systems, crime prevention, public relations, use of force, firearm safety, investigation techniques, Criminal, Civil, Constitutional and NYS Penal Law, First Aid and CPR, procedural operations, tactics, crime scene operations, court systems, trial procedures, corrections systems with field trips, annual Cop Camp.

Offered At: 

Belmont Career and Technical Education Center

Ellicottville Career and Technical Education Center

Olean Career and Technical Education Center

Program Goal: 

Preparing students for careers and further study in Criminal Justice.  Students will gain knowledge of many aspects of law and law enforcement through instruction and hands on activities.  Students will develop a strong foundation of knowledge as well as an understanding of the entire criminal justice system.  Upon completion students will be better prepared for continued studies in criminal justice, entry level security positions, or military service.

Projects and Experiences: 

Projects and experiences include plaster casting, DWI enforcement, felony and non-felony traffic stops, ticket writing, crime scene investigation, latent print detection, ink print processes, physical training, report writing which would include incident reports, arrest reports, accident reports, court processes including mock trials.  Students are required to create a professional portfolio showcasing their knowledge and experiences.

Assessments: 

Students will be assessed and successfully complete this program of study through the following:
 - Daily evaluation of performance of standards
 - Obtainment of a local or advanced Regents diploma
 - Completion of a professional portfolio which will include:  employment cover letter, application, resume, demonstration of work and successful completion of a mock job interview.
- Professional internship with police, corrections, parole, probation, security, or legal profession mentor.
- Successful evaluation through the National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) examinations which consist of a written and
multiple practical assessments.

Certifications: 

NYS security Guard 8 hour Traning Certificate

First Aid and CPR

May earn New York State Technical Endorsement on high school diploma

Local Employment Opportunities: 

Security Guard

Numerous opportunities in the law enforcement/corrections fields with further study; police, attorney, parole/probation, etc.

Military service

 

Career Paths and Potential Salaries: 

Security Guard $24,347 - $31,753

Detective, Private Investigator $31,803 - $47,600

Correction Officer $33,638 - $42,009

Highway Patrol $34,709 - $52,442

Parole Officer $42,678 - $53,480

Retail Store Detective $23,963 - $42,214

Source: Monster.com salary wizard

Suggested Courses for Success: 

ELA, Communication Skills, Science, Math, Psychology

High School Credits: 

Earn 7 credits including:

1 Integrated Math

1 Integrated ELA

1 Specialized Science

Earn College Credits: 
Bryant & Stratton Up to 6 credits determined by B&S Admissions Rep and Criminal Justice Director 
And 3 credits for INFT 111 (Intro to Information Tech) based on score on Computer Literacy Placement Evaluation
Corning Community College 6 credits of Criminal Justice electives
Erie Community College 3 credits for CR 150 (Introduction to Criminal Justice)
Finger Lakes Community College 3 credits for Criminal Justice elective
Herkimer County Community College 6 credits total; 3 credits each for:
CJ 125 (Intro to Law Enforcement) and
CJ 210 (Intro to Private Security)
Hilbert College 6 credits total; 3 credits each for:
CJ 101 (Introduction To Criminal Justice) and
CJ 103 (Introduction to Security)
Jamestown Community College

6 credits total; 3 credits each for:
CRI 1510 (Introduction To Criminal Justice) and
a Criminal Justice elective

Dual Enrollment - also possibility of 3 credits for CRI 1520 (Introduction to Corrections) through JCC "College Connections" program;  student must meet JCC minimum requirements and prerequisites
Pittsburgh Technical Institute 8 credits total; 4 credits each for:
SSA 100 (Intro to Criminology & Criminal Procedures) and
SSA 120 (Criminal Procedures)
Student Work: 

Check back for samples of student work.