Criminal Justice Student Learning Outcomes

1. Apply the fundamental content areas of the criminal justice discipline and the administration of justice by studying and applying research and analytical methods of police science, corrections, tribal justice, and victimology/victim services.
2. Ensure that students develop the skills necessary to serve in modern society. The skills include (1) the ability to find ethical solutions to complex problems, (2) the ability to integrate information technology, (3) understanding, appreciation, and sensitivity when working in a culturally diverse workforce and serving a culturally diverse community.
3. Communicate effectively orally and in writing within the criminal justice discipline.
4. Students will critically apply core criminology and criminal justice principles to situations related to crime, criminal justice, and related practice areas.
5. Apply interpersonal and leadership skills to work independently and cooperatively as a team member.
6. Students will develop and apply a personal understanding of diversity and how it impacts work in criminology and criminal justice.