Academic Program Proposal

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and
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Prince George's Community College
Proposal
Associate of Arts (A.A.)Criminal Justice2/12/2023Approved4/7/2023
Criminal Justice Program Description
The field of criminal justice encompasses law enforcement, investigations, court and administrative services, corrections, private security, and juvenile justice. Each area requires individuals who can speak and write well, and who can work well with colleagues and the community. The individuals need to be skilled in management, investigative techniques, analysis of data, and critical thinking. The Criminal Justice, A.A program readily transfers to four-year colleges and universities that offer a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.

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