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This degree or certificate offers comprehensive education covering law enforcement, corrections, and the judicial system. Ideal for those pursuing careers as police officers, correctional officers, probation/parole officers, or legal professionals like paralegals or lawyers, the program ensures students grasp the core elements of America's criminal justice framework. Participants will gain expertise in California's criminal statutes and explore law enforcement ethics, including ramifications of misconduct. Completion requires 30 units across mandatory courses. Program Outcomes: Graduates will master key concepts including criminal law, police protocols, crisis management, evidentiary rules and forensics, community engagement strategies, investigative methods, and specialized crime categories.