Criminal Justice Degree

The criminal justice degree program at Richmond Community College prepares students for instruction that focuses on the criminal justice system, its organizational components and processes, and its legal and public policy contexts. Students who graduate from the criminal justice degree program will have knowledge in criminal law and policy, police and correctional systems organization, the administration of justice and the judiciary, and public attitudes regarding criminal justice issues. Get more details below including other North Carolina colleges that offer criminal justice degrees.

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Richmond Community College

629 Industrial Park Ave, Asheboro, NC

Richmond Community College, also known as RCC, offers many options for high quality learning and training that is also convenient and accessible. Established in 1964 by the North Carolina Department of Community Colleges, in Hamlet, North Carolina, is an equal opportunity institution. Every year, RCC serves around 9100 students in various programs that they offer, including curriculum programs and the Workforce and Economic Development Programs. The Workforce and Economic Development Department offers programs ranging from GED to Basic Law Enforcement Training. There are a total of 61 degrees, diplomas and certificates that RCC offers.

So whether you are looking for a four year degree at a university or are interested in gaining the skills required in the 21^st century for technical careers, RCC is a good place to start. Many courses in the programs offered by RCC transfer you to four year colleges or universities. You can complete these programs in 2 years if you are a full time student and then enter the workforce with marketable skills or transfer to a university for a bachelor’s degree. The diploma and certificate courses can be completed in a shorter time. The credit programs offered by RCC range from Accounting, Air Conditioning and Heating, Welding Technology, Associate in Arts or Science or General Education to Business Administration, Computer Technology and Electronics.

To make your learning experience enjoyable and successful, RCC offers a wide variety of services including admissions, exploring college majors, placement tests, financial assistance for tuition and library to assist you with research projects.

So with a mission to provide life-long educational opportunities, workforce training and cultural enrichment, RCC strives to help you achieve your educational goals and enhance your quality of life.

Students Enrolled in the Criminal Justice Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Richmond Community College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in criminal justice, corrections, and law enforcement administration. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers

Description

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of correctional officers and jailers.

First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

Description

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of members of police force.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, first-line supervisors of police and detectives employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Greensboro-High Point, NC
  • Total Employment: 250
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.61
  • Average Annual Salary: $74070

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).