Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Human Services Concentration
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Human Services is a 183-credit-hour program that is offered online and at the Colorado campuses. The program consists of 66 credit hours of general education requirements; 56 credit hours devoted to the criminal justice core; and 61 credit hours for the human services concentration.
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Human Services is designed to provide a foundation in law enforcement, the courts, and corrections with special emphasis on the coursework needed for professional work in chemical dependency counseling and youth services.
*This program does not guarantee licensure; requirements vary by state.
Mission Statement
The mission of the College of Security Studies is to offer degrees in criminal justice, homeland security, and cybersecurity to create the professionals that will address issues these fields are facing today and likely to confront tomorrow. The College anticipates industry and enterprise trends that have significant societal impact in order to provide diverse programs that cultivate professional competencies, critical-thinking, ethical decision-making, and cultural sensitivity to promote social justice and global security.
BSCJ Program prepares the student to:
• Possess the knowledge and skills to help secure a position in the criminal justice field
• Identify/recognize the diverse needs of the criminal justice system and the public it serves
• Apply communication, professional skills and technical knowledge in the criminal justice field
• Demonstrate knowledge of the core activities and skills of the human services professional in the context of the criminal justice system
BSCJ Human Services Program Competencies:
• Utilize professional communication skills relevant to the HS profession
• Demonstrate ethical decision-making
• Analyze the psychological and sociological dimensions of human behavior
• Examine the evolution of the Human Services professional in the criminal justice system
• Apply knowledge of the core activities and skills of the Human Services professional in the context of the criminal justice system
• Articulate the knowledge and skills required of the chemical dependency counselor
Degree Requirements
Courses: General Education
| CJUS261 | Ethics in Criminal Justice | 4.5 |
| COMS201 | Technical and Professional Writing | 4.5 |
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| COMS105 | Interpersonal Communication | 4.5 |
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| COMS203 | Speech Communications | 4.5 |
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| ENGL104 | Introductory Written Communication | 4.5 |
| ENGL105 | Professional Written Communications | 4.5 |
| HIST101 | Modern American History: 1950 to the 21st Century | 4.5 |
| MATH102 | Introduction to College Math | 4.5 |
| MATH106 | Algebra for Business | 4.5 |
| POLS101 | Introduction to Political Science | 4.5 |
| PSYC102 | Introductory Psychology | 4.5 |
| SCI101 | Introduction to the Sciences | 4.5 |
| SCI103 | Science and Technology- Laboratory Course | 1.5 |
| SCI201 | Environmental Science and Sustainability | 4.5 |
| SCI203 | Environmental Science and Sustainability - Laboratory Course | 1.5 |
| SOCL102 | Introductory Sociology | 4.5 |
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| UNIV104 | Academic and Career Success | 4.5 |
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| HUMNELE | Humanities Elective | 4.5 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 66 |
Courses: Core
Courses: Concentration
| CJHS300 | Human Service Practice in the Criminal Justice Setting | 4 |
| CJHS311 | Study of Alcohol Use and Abuse | 5 |
| CJHS315 | Child Abuse | 4 |
| CJHS320 | Alcohol & Drug Treatment Continuum | 5 |
| CJHS325 | Drug Use and Abuse | 5 |
| CJHS337 | Ethics for the CD Counselor | 5 |
| CJHS399 | Chemical Dependency Elective - Special Topics | 5 |
| CJHS411 | Foundations of Individual Counseling | 5 |
| CJHS421 | Foundations of Group Counseling | 5 |
| CJHS425 | Introduction to Family Counseling | 5 |
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| CJUS475 | Internship | 4 |
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| CJHS480 | CJ - Human Services Capstone | 4 |
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| PBAD301 | Grant Writing Basics | 4 |
| PSYC301 | Child and Adolescent Psychopathology | 5 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 61 |
Total Credit Hours: 183
Locations
- Colorado Springs
- Aurora (Denver Area)
- Virtual Campus
Area of Study
- Security Studies & Criminal Justice