Criminal Justice careers are one of America’s fastest growing areas of the workforce according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Job growth in this area is projected to increase as much as 33% this year.

Employment for law enforcement officers, correctional officers and homeland security personnel will continue to grow as threats of terror, and domestic crime increase. You can also earn your associates degree in Criminal Justice in as little as two years, and have a career that you can be proud of.

Some organizations that hire criminal justice graduates include local law enforcement, juvenile justice centers, state law enforcement agencies and the court system. There are also federal agencies that hire criminal justice graduates such as the Department of Homeland Security. The private sector also hires specialists as investigators for insurance companies, personal and company security, and private investigators.

Earning your criminal justice degree online can prepare you for an exciting career where you have the opportunity to help people and even keep them safe. Graduates of online criminal justice programs often continue their education and receive additional training in a more specific area.

Alan Davis, Distance Education Associate Dean for Jefferson State Community College joins us today to discuss distance education.
Tell us about the distance learning programs offered at Jefferson State Community College.
The mission of the Distance Education Department at Jefferson State Community College is to provide accessibility to education through a broad range of quality courses in various disciplines. JSCC offers many online courses for transfer credit (university parallel degree programs). The college also has three accredited career education programs that are available through distance education: Veterinary Technology, Physical Therapist Assistant, and Funeral Service Education. JSCC also offers several online courses toward many other AAS degrees and certificates.
What is the typical duration of each of your programs?
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Arthur J. Acton, Ph.D., Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs, Extended Programs, Clarion University of Pennsylvania joins us today to discuss distance education.
Tell us about the distance learning programs offered at Clarion University of Pennsylvania.
Clarion University offers eleven certificate, associate, bachelors and masters degrees fully on-line. These include certificates in education; associate degrees in arts and sciences and early childhood; bachelors degrees in liberal studies and nursing (degree completion program); and masters degrees in Library Science, Nursing, Rehabilitative Sciences, Business Administration and Mass Media Arts and Journalism.
What is the typical duration of each of your programs?
The duration depends upon the degree level and whether the student goes full time or part time. The certificates take about a year, the associate degrees 2-4 years, bachelor’s … | Read the rest of this entry »

Have you ever considered a career in office management but lack the skills and knowledge to obtain a job in the field? If so, you may be interested in learning more about the online Associate of Office Management program at Aakers College. Aakers College prepares students to excel in a legal, medical, or executive office setting, working side by side with Managers, Attorneys, Government Officials, or Medical Professionals.
The online AAS in Office Management at Aakers College is a 90-credit hour program that can be completed in less than two years. However, students can take the courses as slowly as they like in order to fit their education around their other responsibilities. Furthermore, students may transfer their associate degree credits toward a bachelor’s in business management … | Read the rest of this entry »

Have you ever considered a career in the field of healthcare? If so, you may want to look into earning your associate’s degree in healthcare reimbursement online through Virginia College. Healthcare Reimbursement focuses on the fundamentals of medical office protocol with specialized training in the areas you will need for a job in this growing field. People who know and understand the process of medical coding and health services reimbursement procedures will be in high demand as the healthcare field continues to expand.
As a graduate from the Associate’s in Healthcare Reimbursement program, you’ll be prepared for entry-level positions in the medical field related to reimbursement procedures. You’ll learn the fundamentals of medical office protocol and get specialized training in Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), International Classification … | Read the rest of this entry »

Have you ever considered a career in information technology? If so, then you may want to consider earning your Associates in Computer Network Systems from ITT Tech. As a computer network systems technologist, you could help meet the demand for technically competent individuals. If you’re a problem solver, a troubleshooter, and a good communicator, computer network systems is an IT area you might like to pursue.
Computer networks are an integral part of the environment of most businesses. People who understand networking help maintain the flow of information that keeps a company running smoothly by connecting users in different locations. This could involve selecting, configuring, and troubleshooting systems that use various media and devices that interconnect different systems and platforms into one common data sharing infrastructure.
The … | Read the rest of this entry »

Are you interested in a career in computer programming? If so, then the Baker College Online Associate of Applied Science in Computer Programming online program may be right for you. Students with a degree in computer science are in high demand to design and develop business information systems. Students in this program acquire skills in programming, systems analysis, and design. Instruction in multiple programming languages provides students with diverse, flexible, and employable skill sets in a variety of businesses and industries in positions such as programmers, developers, and systems analysts.
Students in the associate’s program in computer programming at Baker College Online will take courses such as Introduction to Operating System Concepts, CL and File Design, Systems Development Methods, Computer Architecture, Database Management Using SQL, Introduction … | Read the rest of this entry »

If you’ve ever considered pursuing a career in the field of electronics and computer technology, you may want to look into the online Associate in Electronics and Computer Technology program at DeVry University. Technology degree holders work in areas such as field service, sales and manufacturing, building, installing, testing, evaluating and maintaining electronic systems, tools, and equipment.
As the electronic systems and equipment that power our personal and professional lives become more pervasive and integral to our existence, the expertise of the electronics and computer technologist is increasingly vital. To this end, DeVry University based its Electronics and Computer Technology program on fundamentals of the technology driving today’s systems, including telecommunications, networks, wireless, computers, controls, and instrumentation. Graduates have a broad knowledge base that qualifies them … | Read the rest of this entry »

If you are seeking an online Associate of Business Administration degree, AIU Online can help you with your education needs. This 90-credit hour program is designed so that students can smoothly transition to the bachelor’s degree in business administration program as well as obtain employment in an entry level position in the field of business administration.
AIU Online’s Associate’s Degree in Business Administration is designed as a unique blend of courses that prepares students to enter today’s demanding business world. The broad base of fundamental business courses and general education requirements fosters critical thinking and communication skills. The concentration in Business Administration prepares students with an introduction to the global business environment.
Students in this online business administration program will take courses such as Business Communications, Fundamentals … | Read the rest of this entry »

Have you ever considered pursuing a career in the field of accounting? Accountants are valued members of a business as well as necessary to individuals when it comes to tax preparation. If a career in accounting sounds like a dream come true to you, you may want to consider earning your Associates Degree in Accounting online at the University of Phoenix.
The online accounting degree program at the University of Phoenix is designed to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge required to work effectively in a variety of business settings. The curriculum provides a solid foundation in areas of the role of accounting in business strategy, financial statements, cost information, economics, management, and ethical issues.
This 60-credit hour program prepares students for entry-level jobs in the … | Read the rest of this entry »