Vision Statement
The Criminal Justice program at UMFK offers a two-year degree (Associate of Arts) in Criminal Justice. The degree program is designed to academically-prepare students with the professional skills to seek employment or advancement in the criminal justice system and with various law enforcement agencies at the federal, state, regional, and local levels. Many students have been employed as police officers, deputy sheriffs, state troopers, game wardens, as well as federal officers in Customs, Border Patrol, FBI, and other agencies.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Criminal Justice program at UMFK is to educate students about law enforcement and the criminal justice system. The two-year program is designed to develop intellectual curiosity, analytical skills, and academic scholarship, and to prepare students for professional employment opportunities in the criminal justice field.
Student Learning Outcomes
UMFK Criminal Justice AA graduates will be able to:
- analyze, synthesize and generate knowledge in their chosen field of study (analysis);
- analyze a fact situation and determine options and solutions (analysis);
- reason critically and make informed decisions (analysis);
- conduct independent research (synthesis);
- absorb new bodies of knowledge and understand the relationship and impact of the new body of knowledge on existing knowledge (synthesis); and
- be effective communicators using multiple mediums (oral, written, electronic) individually and collectively (articulation).
Techniques for Assessment
Students are assessed in all classes using various means including written and oral assignments, quizzes, midterm and final exams, and research projects. Courses also may utilize case studies, term papers, and team projects and presentations to enhance the students understanding and knowledge. Graduates are required to complete an alumni survey and provide feedback regarding the quality and effectiveness of the education received.
