Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Criminal Law

Certificate Level: Graduate
Certificate Type: Post-Baccalaureate
Number of Credits to Completion: 15.0
Classification of Instructional Program (CIP) Code: 45.0401
Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Code: 11-9199, 19-3039, 19-3041, 19-4099, 25-1111

About the Program

The certificate in Criminal Law is a post-baccalaureate, non-degree program designed for individuals to develop and improve career-related skills in the diverse fields that relate to criminal law, such as law enforcement, probation and parole, corrections, social work, immigration and customs, and the military. The program includes a core of legal compliance and risk assessment classes and study of central issues in criminal law.

Admission Requirements

  • A completed application
  • Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions (including trade schools attended)
  • Resume
  • Additional requirements for international students

Program Requirements

Required Courses
LSTU 5551Compliance Skills: Auditing, Investigation and Reporting3.0
LSTU 5554Risk Assessment and Management3.0
LSTU 6630Corrections Law3.0
LSTU 6631Criminal Law3.0
LSTU 6632Criminal Procedure: Investigations3.0
Total Credits15.0

Additional Information

For more information about this program, please contact the Thomas R. Kline School of Law