Welcome to the Fullerton College Administration of Justice program

Our program prepares students for a career in local, state and federal law enforcement, crime scene investigations, forensics, criminal law and court administration. Courses within the program acquaint students with the American criminal justice system, criminal law, evidence procedures, investigations and forensics. The program offers an Associate of Science for Transfer Degree or an Associate of Science Degree, along with a Crime Scene Investigation Certificate. Students interested in pursuing a career in crime scene investigations or forensics have internship opportunities to gain practical hands-on work experience in the field with local partners.

Student

DEGREES

  • Administration of Justice Associate in Science Degree
  • Administration of Justice Associate in Science for Transfer Degree
  • Crime Scene Investigation Certificate
  • Forensic Technician Certificate (Biotech Department)

CAREERS

  • Law Enforcement Officer
  • Crime Scene Investigator
  • Deputy Sheriff
  • Communication Officer/Dispatcher
  • Probation or Parole Officer
  • Campus Safety Officer
  • Public Safety Officer
  • Records Officer
  • Detective
  • Criminal Investigator
  • First-Line Supervisor
  • Private Detective
  • Correctional Officer

HOW TO APPLY

SALARY RANGE

$94,753- $124,236 (LAPD)

$92,622-$132,891 (OCSD)

POTENTIAL BENEFITS

Paid medical, overtime, holiday pay, vacation, bilingual pay, educational incentives, etc.)

JOB OUTLOOK: Employment of police and detectives is projected to grow 7 percent from 2016 to 2026, about as fast as the average for all occupations. While a continued desire for public safety is expected to result in a need for more officers, demand for employment is expected to vary depending on location, driven largely by local and state budgets. Even with crime rates falling in recent years, demand for police services to maintain and improve public safety is expected to continue.

FACULTY

Leticia Ramirez
lramirez1@fullcoll.edu

Dr. Kevin C. Sampson
ksampson@fullcoll.edu