Florida Criminal Justice Schools

Here is a list of schools in Florida which offer a wide variety of degrees and diplomas in the criminal justice field. We've also gathered information about a career in criminal justice which is located at the bottom of this page. Click on a school to find more specific information or just scroll down the page through all the schools and their programs.

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AIU

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Locations: Weston, FL

  • Criminal Justice (Bachelor's Degree)
    The AIU Bachelor of Science s in Criminal Justice (BSCJ) is designed to help students acquire a deeper understanding of criminal justice and juvenile justice processes, criminology, law enforcement, the courts system and corrections. The primary goal of this program is to prepare students to become qualified criminal justice professionals.

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Central Florida College

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Locations: Winter Park, FL / St Petersburg, FL

  • Criminal Justice (Associate's Degree)
  • Criminal Justice (Diploma)

City College

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Locations: Miami, FL / Ft. Lauderdale, FL / Casselberry, FL / Gainesville, FL

  • Private Investigation (Associate's Degree)
    The Private Investigations Services Program equips graduates with the skills necessary to conduct an in-depth investigation. The hands-on approach that City College's instructors use is invaluable to you when you go out on your own investigations.

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Everest Institute

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Locations: Hileah, FL / Kendall, FL / North Miami Beach, FL

  • Criminal Investigations (Diploma)
    The Criminal Investigations program provides students with the fundamentals of crime scene investigation science and theory.
  • Criminal Justice (Diploma)
    The Criminal Justice program provides you with the skills necessary to maintain law and order, protect life and property, and conduct administration, planning, and research services.

Everest University

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Locations: Brandon, FL / Jacksonville, FL / Lakeland, FL / Melbourne, FL / North Orlando, FL / Pinellas, FL / Pompano Beach, FL / South Orlando, FL / Tampa, FL / Orange Park, FL

  • Criminal Investigations (Associate's Degree)
    The Criminal Investigations program offers the fundamentals of crime scene investigation science and theory.
  • Criminal Justice (Associate's Degree)
    The Associate in Science degree in Criminal Justice provides a broad understanding of the criminal justice system and introduces law and legal procedures, along with criminal evidence and criminology.
  • Criminal Justice (Bachelor's Degree)
    The Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice enhances the study of the criminal justice system and expands into areas such as gang activity, drug operations, and criminal justice management.
  • Criminal Justice (Master's Degree)
    Further your knowledge of crime and the criminal justice system through a comprehensive study in the areas of theory, research methods and statistics, policy and administration. The program will prepare you for management positions in probation, corrections, immigration, law enforcement, and security.
  • Homeland Security (Associate's Degree)
    The Homeland Security program will provide you with a solid foundation in planning, implementing, and managing security operations for an organization.

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Florida National College

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Locations: Hialeah, FL / Miami, FL

  • Criminal Justice (Associate's Degree)

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ITT Technical Institute

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Locations: Lake Mary, FL / Jacksonville, FL / Fort Lauderdale, FL / Miami, FL / Pinellas Park, FL

  • Criminal Justice (Associate's Degree)
  • Criminal Justice (Bachelor's Degree)

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Keiser University

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Locations: Daytona Beach, FL / Jacksonville, FL / Miami (Kendall), FL / Lakeland, FL / Melbourne, FL / Orlando, FL / Pembroke Pines, FL / Port St. Lucie, FL / Sarasota, FL / Tallahassee, FL / Tampa, FL / West Palm Beach, FL / Ft. Lauderdale, FL

  • Crime Scene Technology (Associate's Degree)
  • Criminal Justice (Associate's Degree)
    The Associate of Arts degree with a major in Criminal Justice provides instruction in current criminal justice-related issues, topics and trends. Students in this program will be given an inside view of the operations and processes of law enforcement, the courts and correctional institutions.
  • Criminal Justice (Bachelor's Degree)
    The Bachelor's of Arts degree with a major in Criminal Justice is designed to students interested in a career in law enforcement, Homeland Security, forensic science or related fields that help your community and nation, this degree program provides instruction in current criminal justice issues such as law enforcement operations, the courts and correctional institutions, private investigations and victim and juvenile counseling.
  • Homeland Security (Associate's Degree)
  • Homeland Security (Bachelor's Degree)

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Rasmussen College

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Locations: Pasco, FL / Ft. Myers, FL

  • Criminal Justice (Associate's Degree)
    Begin your career in Criminal Justice today. Careers in Criminal Justice allow you to work in the exciting fields of corrections, private security, and criminal law.
  • Office Management - Legal and Criminal Justice (Associate's Degree)

Remington College

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Locations: Tampa, FL / Largo, FL

  • Criminal Justice (Associate's Degree)
    The field of criminal justice centers around the control of criminal behavior in the maintenance of public order and includes the primary functions of law enforcement, prosecution, trial, corrections, and associated responsibilities as well as the secure management, safe keeping, and control of inmates committed to jail or prison custody performed in a humane manner in compliance with constitutional standards.
  • Criminal Justice (Bachelor's Degree)
    Recognizing that many people who are employed in some form of criminal justice work are interested in completing their education in criminal justice, Remington College has developed a four-year criminal justice program that provides comprehensive fundamental subjects of an advanced, specialized and administrative nature at the senior level.

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Southwest Florida College

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Locations: Ft.Myers, FL / Tampa, FL

  • Criminal Justice (Associate's Degree)
    Our programs start with the basics and educate you in the traditional courses such as criminal procedure and law, but also give you insight to specialized areas in emerging technology like computer information systems.
  • Criminal Justice (Bachelor's Degree)
    The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree program is designed to be a completion degree for individuals who possess an Associate in science degree and seek to expand their knowledge and marketability by earning a Bachelor’s degree.

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University of Phoenix

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Locations: Maitland, FL / Daytona Beach, FL / Orlando, FL / Orlando, FL / Jacksonville, FL / Orange Park, FL / Fort Lauderdale, FL / Miramar, FL / Palm Beach Gardens, FL / Plantation, FL / Sarasota, FL / Clearwater, FL / Temple Terrace, FL / Tampa, FL

  • Administration of Justice and Security (Master's Degree)
  • Criminal Justice Administration (Bachelor's Degree)

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Criminal Justice Career Information

Criminal justice covers a very broad spectrum of career possibilities. Because of this there are a large number of courses offered by the various Florida criminal justice schools. Among the most popular career paths in criminal justice is to join the police force, however, careers in correctional facilities as well as private detective and investigative work are also available.

Criminal justice careers can be very stressful and, in many cases, potentially dangerous. Those who pursue a career in this field are well aware of the risks and still choose to try and further progress their development. Special police agencies may seem like an easier way to begin a career but they offer similar working conditions and many of the same hazards.

The number of potential careers and possible educational routes can make the initial decision of what to study and which criminal justice school in Florida to study it at a difficult decision to make. It is best to have a rough idea of the career path you wish to follow and then work accordingly towards that goal.

Employment and Earnings Statistics

Police and detectives account for more than 800,000 jobs throughout the United States. This encompasses each of the different agencies and the various jobs available within the force. Obviously larger cities have a greater need for policing, whereas smaller communities require only a minimal police presence.

Police patrol officers earn an average of $45,000 per year ranging between $35,000 and $55,000 dependent on a number of factors. Supervisors earn an average of $65,000 a year while detectives and investigators average $55,000. Those who work in the larger cities with a greater demand for high quality police tend to earn more than their small community counterparts. This is because a portion of the salary is paid based on the perceived risk of the job.

These figures are only averages and do not take into account the amount of overtime that many working in criminal justice complete. This can significantly increase one's take-home pay.

The Future Outlook for Criminal Justice Professionals

The career outlook offers a mix of positives and negatives. While there is always a need for police officers and detectives, budgets play a big part in the number of personnel actually employed. The demand will increase, however, and is expected to do so in line with the national average over the next ten years.

Competition is usually quite fierce for criminal justice positions. Employees are offered reasonable salaries and are generally able to retire in their 40s or 50s and pursue a further career or income. This combination of factors makes the police force and other criminal justice careers appealing to many people.

The Best Course of Education

Joining the police force requires, in most states, the passing of physical and mental examinations. The physical exam ensures that eyesight, hearing and general physical condition are such that a person can reasonably complete their daily tasks without hindrance.

The FBI, DEA and other similar organizations usually require that a candidate has sat and passed a degree. In fact, it is now encouraged by the police force that candidates first study a criminal justice related course for a minimum of two years to gain a good level of understanding regarding the work and deliverables demanded of the profession.

Criminal justice schools in Florida offer a range of different criminal justice programs. Whether you are looking to join the police force or the FBI it is a good idea to gain the appropriate, required education first.

Criminal Justice Program Details

Most criminal justice courses will cover a wide variety of subjects. The objective is to encompass a basic knowledge of everything you might require in a future criminal justice career. In addition to studying the various techniques of law enforcement and many of the relevant laws that you will need to govern there are some more complex issues to look at.

Degrees and some diploma programs look at the psychological aspects of criminals, trying to determine why they act in the way they do. This may also touch on the relevant social, economic and political drivers that cause people to become criminals. Physical education is also vital as well as general topics associated with policing and criminal justice.

Additional Resources

If you've ever thought about becoming a police officer, you may be interested in reading the article Progressing through the Police Academy.

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