Overview

In the Human Services - Criminal Justice program at Walden University, students examine contemporary criminal justice systems in the United States, focusing on the role of law enforcement and other systems of social control.

The curriculum provides students with the opportunity to explore the corrections system, research causes of crime, analyze contemporary problems and trends in victimology, and recommend ways to make the system more cost effective, efficient, and streamlined.

Career

A BS in Human Services from Walden can prepare you for a number of nontherapeutic direct service or entry-level leadership roles in government agencies, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), and foundations, in roles such as:

Case manager
Social worker
Family services specialist
Residential counselor
Mental health technician
Director of social services
Coordinator

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Criminology and Social Control
Juvenile Delinquency and Justice
Criminal Law
Corrections
Courts and Judicial Process
Law Enforcement
Data Analysis for Criminal Justice Professionals

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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Language

English

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Credits

181 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission is considered for adult students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Admission requirements vary by program and degree level. You may need to supply additional information for certain programs and/or degrees.

Official transcript(s) of highest degree or coursework completed to date
English proficiency test scores (if applicable)
Completed application
Current résumé, when applicable
Access to a computer and the Internet
As an international applicant, you must have your transcript evaluated to determine the academic equivalency to U.S. educational standards

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15837 USD / year

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Out-of-State

15837 USD / year

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In-State

15837 USD / year

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