Associate’s Degree Hybrid Program
Build a foundation in criminal justice for entry-level opportunities in private security, investigations, corrections, probation, and related fields.
Criminal Justice • Hybrid Program
Platt College’s Criminal Justice Hybrid program prepares graduates for entry in criminal justice related fields such as private security, investigations, corrections, and probation.
Our curriculum includes coursework in topics such as:
Students will be introduced to many tasks commonly used by Criminal Justice professionals, using visual, auditory, and tactile/kinesthetic approaches.
As part of its Criminal Justice curriculum, Platt College offers students the opportunity to earn their Guard Card certificate. The College is authorized by the Bureau of Security And Investigative Services (BSIS), a division of the Department of Consumer Affairs in the state of California to offer this training, which includes 8-hour power to arrest training, as well as the additional 32 hours of training required (in various subjects) to become a licensed security guard in California.
Program includes all coursework necessary to earn the basic CA Guard Card certification.
Guard Card certification meeting California state agency and Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) requirements, included – NO additional tuition or fees (A Guard Card is the state license to work as a security officer in California.)
Program offered at the following campuses: Ontario, Riverside
Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice also available through Platt College Riverside’s 30 month on-ground program.
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are awarded an Associate or Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice.
GRADUATION FROM THE PROGRAM DOES NOT GUARANTEE ENTRY INTO ANY CAREER. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS MAY APPLY DEPENDING ON AN INDIVIDUAL’S PREVIOUS EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE.
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You can earn your Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice in as little as 15 months!
Start times for each cohort vary by campus, contact us for details HERE
Program offered at the following campuses:
Platt College is committed to providing the information and resources necessary to help every student achieve educational success. Types of financial aid available for qualified students include:
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Platt College maintains an active career services department to assist graduates as well as current students seeking part-time or full-time jobs while attending school. However, the school cannot guarantee employment.
Students are given the opportunity to pursue job referrals maintained by Career Services.
Our Career Services personnel explain and assist with our student’s job search process. Placement efforts occur through graduation and beyond.
Career Services aims to build the job acquiring skills of our students through interviews and workshops in the following areas:
Hybrid
Platt College’s Ontario campus is conveniently located minutes off the 10 freeway on Guasti Road and easily accessible for students across the Inland Empire. In addition to serving Ontario, our programs welcome learners from nearby communities including Fontana, San Bernardino, Rancho Cucamonga, Victorville, Rialto, Hesperia, Pomona, Upland, Corona, Chino, Apple Valley, and other surrounding cities.
1-888-80-PLATT (1-888-807-5288)
Platt College Ontario is conveniently located minutes off the 10 freeway on Guasti Road and easily accessible for students across the Inland Empire.
1-855-70-PLATT (1-855-707-5288)
Platt College Riverside is located in the heart of Riverside right next to the 60 and 215 freeways.
Students considering a Criminal Justice Associate’s Degree Hybrid Program often look for a structured academic foundation, clear delivery format, and transparency around program outcomes.
Program features:
Platt College programs are educational in nature. Completion of a program does not guarantee employment, licensure, or certification.
The Criminal Justice Associate’s Degree Hybrid Program provides instruction in core criminal justice concepts and systems.
Coursework includes:
The curriculum is academic in nature and emphasizes theory, systems, and legal principles.
The Criminal Justice Associate’s Degree Hybrid Program (full-time) is designed to be completed in:
Upon successful completion of the Criminal Justice Associate’s Degree Hybrid Program all academic and institutional requirements, graduates are awarded an:
The Criminal Justice Hybrid Program is offered at:
The Criminal Justice Associate’s Degree is a Hybrid Program.
No. The Criminal Justice Associate’s Degree Hybrid Program is academic in nature and does not include internships, externships, or fieldwork as required components.
The Criminal Justice Associate’s Degree Hybrid Program provides education applicable to entry-level roles in criminal justice–related environments, subject to employer requirements.
Potential environments include:
Employment outcomes vary based on individual qualifications and circumstances.
The Criminal Justice Hybrid Program may be appropriate for individuals who:
Enrollment requirements for the Criminal Justice Associate’s Degree Hybrid Program include:
All requirements are reviewed during the enrollment process.
The Criminal Justice Associate’s Degree Hybrid Program costs include:
The most current cost information can be found in the Catalog Addendum and will also be reviewed during the enrollment process.
Financial aid for the Criminal Justice Associate’s Degree Hybrid Program is available to qualified students. Eligibility and available funding options are reviewed during the financial aid portion of the enrollment process.
The Criminal Justice Associate’s Degree Hybrid Program is educational in nature and does not lead to professional licensure or certification.
No. The Criminal Justice Associate’s Degree is a hybrid program with required on-campus instruction.
No. Prior criminal justice experience is not required.
The Criminal Justice Associate’s Degree provides foundational coursework. Acceptance into further education programs is determined by the receiving institution.
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