The Certificate of Proficiency in Juvenile Justice provides a strong theoretical and applied foundation for those interested in the American juvenile justice system. This interdisciplinary program builds upon the basic elements of the American criminal justice system by incorporating coursework from allied social sciences disciplines relevant to juvenile delinquency, juvenile courts, and human dynamics.
Degree Requirements
The curriculum includes 20-21 total hours depending upon which elective classes you decide to take. All CJ students are encouraged to meet with a CJ faculty advisor annually for course and program advisement. The College of Social Sciences & Education General Education Advisors can answer questions about general education requirements.
Grade Requirements: A minimum grade of “C” in all courses counted towards the completion of the certificate (no “C-” or lower grades allowed).
Program Requirements: Students obtaining this certificate are required to complete 20-21 credit hours.
If you are in a catalog year prior to 2025, please review the archived catalog.