Competencies Required of Graduates Majoring In Criminal Justice

The First Year: Students are required to know...

• The history of the criminal justice system
• Know the elements which make up the system and how they interact and impact on one another
• Be able to define a felony vs. misdemeanor and the various classifications.
• Make proper presentation of evidence to the court

The Second Year: Student will continue the learning the process to include…

• The history of man in society as he attempts to live by the laws and their applications to all
• Clearly define the role of the law enforcement system versus the private
• Security system
• Be required to know and demonstrate the proven techniques when
• Interviewing persons involved in crimes as a witness, complainant and/or victim
• Be able to write the necessary reports used in law enforcement, courts, probation and parole, and corrections
• Demonstrate the ability and justify all written reports through presentation made to class and properly respond to questions

Note: Students seeking the Associate of Applied Science degree who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of WECM courses to the four year institution of their choice.