Business Degrees
A law enforcement professional needs:
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A high degree of maturity
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An ability to think analytically
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The ability to make quick decisions,
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A commitment to justice
Does that describe you? Are you ready to make a change in society? An A.A.S. in Criminal Justice degree from GU/MSB can lead to a rewarding career in support of law enforcement. Contact us for more information.
College preparation for a law enforcement career
It is not enough to have the right personality – employers in law enforcement support look for job candidates with training in law enforcement practice and a demonstrated ability to write reports and keep accurate records. Your Associate in Criminal Justice degree from Globe University/Minnesota School of Business (GU/MSB) will demonstrate to prospective employers that you have studied theory and practice of law enforcement, have critical communications skills and are committed to professional accomplishment.
State law enforcement officer qualifications
In many states,including Minnesota, graduates of our associate degree program must complete additional training as determined by the state's Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) board. In other states, including North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Utah, our graduates are qualified to apply for law enforcement officer positions and, if hired, complete POST training after hire, although employers prefer applicants who have already completed POST training. We can advise you about suitable training programs or whether the state where you wish to work has additional requirements beyond the associate degree.
At GU/MSB, we asked the advice of criminal justice professionals when designing our degree program, ensuring that our students receive current, practical law enforcement training and are ready to take on challenging support positions with the following organizations:
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City police departments
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County sheriffs’ departments
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State patrol agencies
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Federal agencies
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Private security companies
Career opportunities in law enforcement:
As in other areas of the criminal justice system, law enforcement agencies often offer specific career ladders. With an A.A.S. in Criminal Justice you can look forward to regular opportunities for advancement, and will be eligible for hire in entry-level positions such as the following:
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Private detective
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Transportation and security administration (TSA) screening officer
- Police dispatcher/911 dispatcher
- Office manager
- Records clerk
The number of jobs in Minnesota for private detectives, investigators and security guards, and the number of federal jobs for airport security is expected to grow faster than average through the year 2012. Are you ready for those career opportunities?
*Employment as a law enforcement officer (police officer, state patrol officer or deputy sheriff) will require additional training as determined by your state’s Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board. We can help you identify suitable programs for the additional training required to become a police officer.*
If you are not sure about law enforcement, your criminal justice instructors will be happy to help you consider related career paths in the court system or in corrections.
Learn more today and prepare for a rewarding career
You can earn the Associate in Criminal Justice degree through courses offered at all GU/MSB college campuses, including locations in the Twin Cities region and in greater Minnesota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Need more flexibility? Consider our Online Criminal Justice program. You can complete all coursework without every visiting a campus. On-campus or online, you can take classes full or part-time.
Take the first step toward your degree: contact us today
Contact our admissions office and get more information about law enforcement training at Globe University/Minnesota School of Business. A representative will answer your questions, invite you on a college tour, and guide you through the admissions maze.
Globe University and Minnesota School of Business are members of the Globe Education Network. Other member colleges include Utah Career College, Institute of Production and Recording, Minnesota School of Cosmetology, and the Duluth Business University. Globe Education Network also provides academic support and manages a wealth of shared resources for the benefit of students. Through consortium agreements approved by member schools' accrediting bodies, students are able to earn credit for classes taken at member schools.
Globe University/Minnesota School of Business is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award Master of Business Administration (MBA) degrees, Bachelor of Science degrees, Associate in Applied Science degrees and diplomas.