Student Pathway 2021−2022 Criminal Justice: Corrections Certificate of Achievement

Criminal Justice: Corrections Certificate of Achievement

Purpose: The Criminology Program is designed for those students interested in employment and/or further education in all aspects of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, criminology, courts, corrections, probation and parole, juvenile authority, private and industrial security, and other related fields. The Clovis Community College Criminology Program offers two specific options for which Certificates of Achievement may be earned: Law Enforcement Option and the Correction Option. There are also courses offered which are designed to meet the needs and desires of concerned and/or interested citizens regarding personal safety and protection. Some of these courses are offered on a short term basis or on an as needed basis and are predicated on minimum enrollment.


Program Contact: Garry Elliott | Program Counselor: Ralph Munoz

Recommended Pathway

Semester 1:

Recommended Courses:
Course Number Course Title Units Advising/Action Notes
Criminology 1 Introduction to Criminology 3 Major Core-List A
Criminology 6 Criminal Law 3 Recommended Certificate Class
Criminology 20 Introduction to Corrections 3 Recommended Certificate Class
Criminology *Choose ONE class from the list on the major sheet 3 Certificate Class
Semester Units: 12
  • Meet with Counselor to ensure you are on track and make any updates needed to your SEP

Semester 2:

Recommended Courses:
Course Number Course Title Units Advising/Action Notes
Criminology *Choose ONE class from the list on the major sheet 3 Major Core
Criminology *Choose ONE class from the list on the major sheet 3 Major Core
Semester Units: 6

Choose 18 units from the list of classes below:

  • Criminology 1- Introduction to Criminology
  • Criminology 3- Legal Aspects of Evidence
  • Criminology 6- Criminal Law
  • Criminology 12- Criminal Justice Communications
  • Criminology 15 – Introduction to Police Ethics
  • Criminology 20- Introduction to Corrections
  • Criminology 23- Correctional Interviewing and Counseling
  • Criminology 24- Control and Supervision in Corrections