Criminal Justice Academy

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The Program

Do you have a passion for serving and protecting? Are you interested in a career in law enforcement? Take custody of your future by joining the CCBC Criminal Justice Academy. Through the Academy, high school students in grades 11 and 12 at participating school districts have the opportunity to spend a portion of their high school day on a CCBC campus preparing for a career in the Criminal Justice field. Students who devote 2 years to this program have the opportunity to graduate from high school with up to 28 credits toward their associate degree.

We are currently offering the Criminal Justice Academy courses in a flexible model. Students can choose to either attend in person at a specified location or attend class online live each day from school or home. Our in-person site is as follows:

CCBC Main Campus- 1 Campus Drive, Monaca, PA 15061

Students in the Criminal Justice Academy will:

  • Get career-ready for one of the most high-demand job fields in our region and nationwide
  • Prepare for dynamic, lifelong careers in the criminal justice field
  • Develop and demonstrate responsibility and accountability
  • Learn from experienced college faculty members
  • Thrive in an environment of higher behavioral expectations
  • Acquire skills for effective leadership and lifelong learning
  • Earn credits toward an associate degree in criminal justice or law enforcement.

 

REQUIREMENTS

  • Students may enroll during their junior or senior year
  • Minimum 2.0 high school GPA
  • Recommendation from principal or school counselor
  • Exhibit good attendance and conduct

WANT TO MEET OUR CHAMPION?

Contact below!

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Mark Joyce
Criminal Justice Champion

cjchampion@ccbc.edu
724-480-3628

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