The Administration of Justice program focuses on the study of law enforcement in the United States with the primary emphasis on

California law, procedures, and evidence. The student gains an insight into the history of law enforcement, the evolution of law, both

Constitutional and statutory, investigative techniques, report writing, evidence, and criminal procedure. Upon successful completion

of the Administration of Justice degree program, the student will have a general, but very practical knowledge of modern law

enforcement in the United States and an in-depth knowledge of California criminal laws and techniques. Target occupations typical

to this major include Police Officer, Deputy Sheriff, Highway Patrol Officer, Correctional Officer, FBI Agent, DEA Agent, Secret

Service Agent, Customs Officer, Border Patrol Officer, Evidence Technician, Security Officer, Loss Prevention Officer, and Private

Investigator. NOTE: Most law enforcement agencies have extensive testing procedures prior to hiring including written, oral, and

psychological tests and require the applicant to complete additional rigorous academy training prior to being hired. Most federal

agencies require a bachelor’s degree prior to appointment. Security officers employed in the state of California must take additional

courses and pass state approved examinations in order to meet state mandates.