Criminal Justice Technology

Do you have a passion for upholding justice and protecting your community? CVCC’s Criminal Justice Technology program equips you with the knowledge and skills to pursue a career in law enforcement, corrections, or security services.

At CVCC, the Criminal Justice Technology curriculum is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of criminal justice systems and operations. You will study local, state, and federal law enforcement, judicial processes, corrections, and security services, gaining insight into the vital role of the criminal justice system within society.

Emphasizing areas such as criminology, juvenile justice, criminal and constitutional law, investigative principles, ethics, and community relations, the program also incorporates studies in government, counseling, communications, computers, and technology to offer you a well-rounded education.

Graduates of the program will be prepared for a wide range of careers in local, state, and federal law enforcement, corrections, and security. Career opportunities include police officer, deputy sheriff, county detention officer, state trooper, intensive probation/parole surveillance officer, correctional officer, and loss prevention specialist.

Students who complete this program and have the desire to earn a B.A. or B.S. degree can do so through a partnership with Lees-McRae College, LR University and Montreat College. Learn more about CVCC College Transfer.