Administration of Justice, AA (AJSAD)

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The Associate of Arts in Administration of Justice prepares students for employment in the area of judicial studies, law enforcement, and corrections. This program provides students with opportunities for continuing education and professional growth such as career promotions. Students wishing to transfer to four-year institutions will have the academic foundation applicable to various career fields such as correctional or patrol officers, deputies, park rangers, fish and game wardens, and court officers. For more information regarding the Administration of Justice, AA, see the Administration of Justice webpage.

Note: For a course to be eligible for transfer, the student must receive a “C” or better. Acceptance of a transfer course is determined by the receiving institution.

General Education Credits: 35-39

See the Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC - A) section of this catalog for details.

Special Requirements for the AGEC-A:

PHI 101 - Introduction to Philosophy Credits: (3)
PSY 101 - Introduction to Psychology Credits: (3)
SOC 131 - Introduction to Sociology Credits: (3)

Administration of Justice Requirements: 21

AJS 101 - Introduction to Administration of Justice Credits: (3)
AJS 109 - Substantive Criminal Law Credits: (3)
AJS 212 - Juvenile Justice Procedures Credits: (3)
AJS 230 - The Police Function Credits: (3)
AJS 240 - The Correction Function Credits: (3)
AJS 260 - Procedural Criminal Law Credits: (3)
AJS 275 - Criminal Investigation Credits: (3)

Elective Options: 9

After consulting with a student services specialist, choose three courses from the following, excluding courses already taken for the AGEC-A.

AJS 225 - Criminology Credits: (3)
AJS 245 - Ethics In Criminal Justice Credits: (3)
AJS 270 - Community Policing Credits: (3)
PSY 234 - Social Psychology Credits: (3)
PSY 270 - Abnormal Psychology Credits: (3)
SOC 133 - Sociology of Deviant Behavior Credits: (3)
SOC 140 - Race and Ethnic Relations Credits: (3)

Total Degree Credits: 65-69

Suggested Pathway

The following pathway provides recommended courses to complete this program, see the Administration of Justice AA Program Matrix . A full list of course options is listed on the program of study. It is important to consult a student services specialist regarding any advising concerns in order to maintain the established program path and/or possible transfer goals.