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Criminology and Criminal Justice Department

Criminology and Criminal Justice Department

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  • Learn how to safely and professionally serve your community within the criminal justice system.
  • Prepare for a meaningful and exciting career through hands-on learning.
source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

ASSOCIATE DEGREES

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Criminology and Criminal Justice - CORRECTIONS CONCENTRATION, A.S.

Students can earn an associate degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice with a concentration in corrections. The program prepares students for employment in either law enforcement or corrections and provides a broad base of instruction concerning the criminal justice system.

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Criminology and Criminal Justice, A.S.

Students can earn an associate degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice (Vincennes and Jasper campuses), which prepares graduates for careers as police officers and other roles in law enforcement. The program provides a broad base of instruction concerning the criminal justice system.

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Criminology and Criminal Justice, A.S.C.T.

Students can earn an associate degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice with a concentration in conservation. The program prepares students for a career in conservation and natural resources law enforcement. The curriculum offers a broad base of instruction in law enforcement, and homeland security.

Have questions?

We are happy to chat with you to answer your questions and understand your personal goals.
Please reach out to us at VUADMIT@VINU.EDU or call 812-888-4313 for more information.

Certificate Programs

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Criminology and Criminal Justice Certificate, C.G.

The Criminology and Criminal Justice curriculum includes a broad base of instruction relating to the criminal justice system and enhances the students’ potential for seeking employment with a law enforcement agency or within the criminal justice system.  This certificate is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement or related fields.

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Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies Certificate, C.P.C.

This certificate program is designed for Military personnel as well as dual credit and nontraditional students to successfully complete a certificate program in Criminology and Criminal Justice while on active duty, active Reserves, or otherwise seeking the foundational evaluation regarding Criminology and Criminal Justice. The curriculum provides a broad base of instruction concerning the criminal justice system and prepares students to pursue an entry-level civilian career in law enforcement-related professions.

Have questions?

We are happy to chat with you to answer your questions and understand your personal goals.
Please reach out to us at VUADMIT@VINU.EDU or call 812-888-4313 for more information.

Our Faculty

Employee Portrait Employee Department Job Title Email Address
Charles Cunningham ImageCharles CunninghamLaw EnforcementAssociate Professorctcunningham [at] vinu.edu 
Mackenzi Payne-CroweLaw EnforcementAdjunct Faculty 
Angela Hahn ImageAngela HahnLaw Enforcementangela.hahn [at] vinu.edu 
Bradley Lutes ImageBradley LutesLaw Enforcementblutes [at] vinu.edu 
Brian Royer ImageBrian RoyerLaw Enforcementbroyer [at] vinu.edu 
Michael FisherLaw Enforcement 
Richard WhitsonLaw Enforcementrwhitson [at] vinu.edu 

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