Justice Studies +
Gain the skills to work in justice‑related fields while building momentum toward an associate degree in behavioral science.
Overview
Build the skills to work in today’s justice system. This certificate prepares you for entry‑level roles across multiple justice‑related careers, from law enforcement and courts to corrections, victim advocacy, and restorative justice. Gain a solid foundation, strengthen your professional communication skills, and follow your interests with class options that align with your goals.
- Outcomes
- Transfer Pathways
- Explore Careers
With a CCV certificate in justice studies, you’ll be prepared to:
- Support the community in a variety of justice-related careers and demonstrate professional, ethical, and legally responsible conduct
- Apply foundational legal and justice system concepts to real‑world public service settings
- Communicate effectively with individuals and communities from diverse backgrounds
If you choose to complete an associate degree and want to continue your education further, CCV has agreements with other institutions across Vermont and throughout the region to make transferring seamless, easy, and affordable.
Students who graduate from CCV with a behavioral science degree can choose from many transfer pathways into bachelor’s degrees, including 2+2 pathways that guarantee just 60 more credits after earning an associate degree at CCV. Additionally, the Vermont Transfer Guarantee is a partnership that provides guaranteed admission and seamless transfer from CCV to participating Vermont colleges and universities.
For a full list of transfer pathways from CCV’s associate degrees, view the transfer pathways search tool.
Related Programs
CCV programs are stackable, meaning they build on one another as you progress toward your goals. The credits you earn in your justice studies certificate can be applied to:
Classes you take in the certificate will apply to your degree program through a clearly mapped pathway.
