Pathway Information
- Total Credits | 64
- Pathway Result | Associate in Applied Science
- Program Code | AAS.CJS
- Special Notes | All coursework must be completed with a minimum grade of "C". Prior to entering one of the three Criminal Justice programs (Law Enforcement Pre-Service, Transfer, or Corrections), students must meet with an Advisor and/or Program Coordinator to assure that the student meets the minimum standards set by the Michigan commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) or the Michigan Department of Corrections.
Pathway Course Sequence
Semester 1 | 15 Credits
- CJS 220 Intro to Corrections (3 Credits) ^
- CJS 221 Legal Issues in Corrections (3 Credits) ^
- CJS 222 Correctional Inst. & Fac. (3 Credits) ^
- ENG 111 Freshman English Comp. (3 Credits) ^
- COM 101 Fundamentals of Communication (3 Credits) ^ OR
- COM 257 Public Speaking (3 Credits) ^
Semester 2 | 18 Credits
- CIS 100 Intro to Inform. Sys. (3 Credits) ^
- CJS 223 Client Growth & Dev. (3 Credits) ^
- CJS 224 Client Relations (3 Credits) ^
- MAT 105 Intermediate Algebra (3 Credits) ^
- ENV 200 Environmental Biology (3 Credits) ^
- SOC 101 Principles of Sociology (3 Credits)
Semester 3 | 18 Credits
- ENG 222 Expository Writ. & Res. (3 Credits) ^
- HUM 200 Modernity & Culture (3 Credits) OR
- HUM 242 Studies in Compassion (3 Credits)
- PHL 220 Ethical Issues (3 Credits)
- PSY 101 Intro to Psychology (3 Credits)
- REL 200 Religion, Race, Class, Discrim. (3 Credits)
- SOC 200 Contemp. Social Problems (3 Credits)
Semester 4 | 13 Credits
- CJS 207 Comm. in Criminal Justice (3 Credits) ^
- PSC 101 Physical Science (4 Credits)
- PSY 205 Abnormal Psychology (3 Credits)
- CJS 255 Physical Training (3 Credits)
Additional Pathway Information
What's a pathway?
A pathway is a course sequence designed to help you explore interests and complete program of study requirements efficiently and affordably. You can explore more about specific courses in Self-Service.
Can I customize a pathway?
Pathways can be customized to meet your specific needs. Courses designated by a '^' are required and cannot be changed.
How do I create my pathway?
Applicants and current students are encouraged to meet with a Mid Mentor to create or edit their personalized pathway to success. Once created, students can view their customized pathway in Self-Service at any time. Schedule an appointment with a Mid Mentor today!
If you haven't yet applied to Mid, apply today and you'll be connected with a Mid Mentor soon to build your pathway.
Last Reviewed: March 2024
