School of Justice – Criminal Justice: Major in Administration

Degree Level: Bachelor’s degree

If you have a passion for justice, earning a degree from a criminal justice college in Virginia could be your ticket to a fulfilling career.

Westwood College offers a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice: major in administration at its Virginia campuses in Arlington Ballston and Annandale. You will receive the necessary hands-on training to become a Corrections Officer.*

During the course of your degree program, you’ll learn career-specific skills from faculty members who have years of experience in the criminal justice field. Courses in the program include Juvenile Justice, Criminal Justice Administration, Mental Health Crisis and Intervention, Victimology and Domestic Violence, Constitutional Law and Diversity in Criminal Justice, along with classes addressing criminal subcultures and digital crime.

Upon successful completion of the criminal justice program, you will have in-depth knowledge of current issues and theories, be able to apply constitutional principles to protect citizens’ rights, and understand the role of corrections in the justice system. You will also be able to demonstrate the ethical principles expected of criminal justice practitioners.

Fill out this form to receive your Career Success Kit, and start your criminal justice career in as little as 34 months!

*Graduates without experience in the field will likely start in entry-level positions. Position titles and responsibilities may vary by hiring company.