Hodges University

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice
Hodge's University Associate of Science in Criminal Justice is designed to prepare you for a promotion if you already work in the criminal justice field or for an entry level position if you are new to the career. Coursework will include management, behavioral sciences, forensics, terrorism and intelligence. The curriculum is structured to provide a logical sequence of courses for you to progress from the associate level to the bachelor's level. What sets Hodges program apart from the other criminal justice programs? The professors at Hodges have ‘been there and done that', so along with the proper academic credential, your professor will have ‘real world' experience. All professors have worked for years in the Criminal Justice and/or Law Enforcement fields and have the ability to combine theory with the real world. This combination provides the most comprehensive learning experience available. 60 credit hours are required to complete this degree.
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Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies
Hodges University offers an Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies degree with a curriculum of law, the legal profession and practice, liberal arts; as well as other courses and resources to fulfill that curriculum. The program provides training beneficial to those already working in law offices, as well as those just getting started in the field. Students are given the option to concentrate in a chosen legal specialty-Real Estate Law, Bankruptcy, Family Law, Litigation, etc… Every instructor of law at Hodges University holds a Juris Doctorate degree and has practiced law. This ensures that each student receives the best education and preparation in their career field. Graduates of Hodge's paralegal program are eligible to take the Certified Legal Assistant exam given by the National Association of Legal Assistants, Inc. (NALA). 60 credit hours are required to complete this degree.
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Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice  
The principal objective of the Criminal Justice Program is to deliver a comprehensive program of teaching and research to support the criminal justice system and the agencies and personnel who are delegated the task of public safety and service. The goal of the program is to ensure that potential and current criminal justice personnel have the opportunity to study the most comprehensive and contemporary methods and policies dealing with administration, management, human resources, intelligence, terrorism, and cultural diversity. The program is designed to prepare students with no prior related work experience for entry level positions within the criminal justice system as well as similar positions in the private sector. For criminal justice personnel, both sworn and civilian, the program prepares them for middle and senior management positions, building upon previous experience and training. The program is developed around a core curriculum of required courses within the range of subjects applicable to criminal justice. In addition, each student is required to complete a series of liberal arts courses to assure the broadest based educational experience and to support the general education goals of the University. Further, the student will have the opportunity to select from an approved list of elective courses to develop an area of interest. 122 credit hours including the prerequisite credits are required to complete this degree.
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Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies
At Hodges University, the principal objective of the Legal Studies program is to offer a curriculum of law, liberal arts, and business which meets the needs of the legal community and the individual student who may want to advance to law school, as well as prepare a student for a successful career in legal assisting. The Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies at Hodges University is designed to prepare students for professional and management positions in legal settings, assisting attorneys and other legal professionals with legal research, collection of evidence, document and litigation preparation, law office management, and other duties of the daily practice of law. According to the Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook (2008-2009 Edition), the profession of legal assisting is expected to grow 22% by 2016, which is much faster than most professions. Now is the time to prepare for this professional and growing career at Hodges University!! Current Legal Assistants will benefit from this degree by enhancing their skills in law office management. The Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies is also ideal for students wishing to continue on to law school, including the development of skills needed for the LSAT (Law School Admission Test).
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Master of Science in Criminal Justice  
The Criminal Justice field is growing by leaps and bounds, offering to criminal justice professionals a vast number of exciting and rewarding career opportunities. At Hodges University, the Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MCJ) degree is designed as a contemporary study of the criminal justice system from a behavioral science perspective. The program is conceptually based, thereby offering students the opportunity to develop a theoretical understanding of criminal and deviant behavior that is applicable to the practical realities of the criminal justice professional. Course work includes the fascinating areas of forensics, abnormal and deviant behavior and terrorism. The MCJ program is delivered entirely online, making it possible for students to continue full-time employment and family responsibilities while completing their graduate studies. The program consists of 30 credits (10 courses). Students choosing the online format may complete the program at their own pace, as long as all degree requirements are completed within five years.
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