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2016-2017 Academic Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Crime Scene Investigation, AAS


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My Academic Plan Fall 2016
Degree: Associate of Applied Science
Major: 0387
CIP: 43.0106

This is a collaborative program between North Arkansas College and the Criminal Justice Institute (CJI) of the University of Arkansas System.

Crime Scene Investigation Degree (Collaborative Program)


The A.A.S. Degree in Crime Scene Investigation, only for individuals employed by a law enforcement agency, is the culmination of the three-step process that begins with the Crime Scene Investigation Certificate of Proficiency. Students who enroll in this program of study will obtain thirty-five to thirty-eight degree hours by completing basic law enforcement training at an ACLEST-accredited academy and attending advanced courses presented by the Criminal Justice Institute of the University of Arkansas. Each grouping of allowable courses meets or exceeds the requirement of a minimum of forty-five classroom hours to receive three hours of credit. Taking an additional twenty-four to twenty-seven credit hours from North Arkansas College will complete this degree.

Required Courses


North Arkansas College Credit Hours:


Total Credits: 24-27


Criminal Justice Institute of the University of Arkansas System Credit Hours:


  • Crime Scene Investigation Certificate of Proficiency Credits: 15
  • Crime Scene Technical Certificate Credits: 12-15
  • Advanced Crime Scene Investigation Technician Certificate Credits: 4
  • Advanced Crime Scene Special Topics Credits: 3
  • Computer Application Credits: 0-3 *

Total Credits: 34-37


Grand Total Credits: 61


* You may take CIS 1103  at North Arkansas College or “Computer applications” from CJI to fulfill this requirement.

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