Criminal Justice Associate of Applied Science Degree
Think you might be interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement or corrections? This Criminal Justice program is designed to prepare you for careers and leadership roles in the field of criminal justice. Appropriate for entering students or the experienced officer, this program focuses on specific aspects of courts, corrections and law enforcement. Upon completion, you are prepared for career service, advancement in your field or transfer to a four year program. While completing the AAS Degree, students will also complete the Foundations of Criminal Justice Career Studies Certificate and either the Corrections or Law Enforcement Career Studies Certificate.
Program Length 2 years (4 semesters)
Career Opportunities Law enforcement, Corrections Officer, Probation/Parole Officer, Security Officer, Juvenile Worker, Investigator
Is this pathway for you? Yes, if you wish to serve and protect others through dedication to public service.
G3 Eligible This program is G3 eligible. G3 Scholarships cover tuition and fees for Virginia residents of modest income who are pursuing high demand careers.
Tuition & Fees At only $162.11 per credit hour, you’ll save $10K to $22K, in tuition costs alone, by starting at VHCC! Out-ofstate students living within a 30-mile radius qualify for in-state tuition.
Robin Widener has a B.A. in Sociology, an M.S. in Criminal Justice, and an M.A. degree in Human Services Counseling: Crisis Response and Trauma. She has over 27 years of experience in the Criminal Justice System and is a guest instructor for several state and local organizations.
Robin Widener Program Coordinator
OTC 110
rwidener@vhcc.edu | 276-739-2408
Why start at Virginia Highlands?
For more than 50 years, VHCC has been committed to making our region a better place to live, work, and learn!
Beautiful 100 acre campus in Abingdon
SAT & ACT Not Required for Admission
The SAT and ACT are merely numerical indicators of college readiness and are therefore not required. We’ve found that if you’re committed to your own success, regardless of your scores, then we’ll be able to help you cross the finish line!
Career Services & Job Opportunities!
Our instructors and career coaches are recognized by regional industry leaders and enjoy tremendous success connecting our students with employment opportunities upon degree completion.
#1 College in the Region
Virginia Highlands Community College was recently voted the #1 College in the Region through the Best of Bristol Awards Program - from a group of two and four year colleges and universities in southwest Virginia and northeast Tennessee.