Criminal justice is a system that maintains social control, prevents crime, or penalizes those who commit crimes. Concerns for homeland security have increased the emphasis on educated professionals in criminal justice. Criminal justice professionals need:

• A well-rounded understanding of corrections, courts, and policing
• Cross-functional knowledge to develop an interdependent, cohesive workforce
• Advanced critical-thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• Problem-solving skills to work with individuals, groups, and communities

Capella’s criminal justice programs provide a range of skills and knowledge necessary for professionals to ensure the safety and security of their communities. Engage with a community of peers, experienced faculty, and coaching staff to develop your research skills, program planning and management, policy analysis, and program evaluation. You’ll gain the personal and workplace effectiveness skills to tackle some of society’s most difficult challenges.

Serve your community in a variety of roles and settings.