Criminal Justice, Undergraduate Certificate

Visit the Criminal Justice page for more information on the program and access to advising.

Program Description

The Criminal Justice, Undergraduate Certificate prepares students for entry-level roles in law enforcement, corrections, and related fields. High school students can earn this certificate through a Career and Technical Education pathway that stacks into specific UVU certificates and degrees. Students gain foundational knowledge and practical skills to advance academically and professionally in criminal justice.

Program Requirements

Graduation Requirements

Graduation Plan

This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.

An online graduation plan offers students a flexible yet structured approach to their academic journey. While this sample serves as a general guideline, individual plans may differ based on Math and English placement scores. Meeting with an academic advisor is strongly recommended to customize plans and ensure all graduation requirements are met.

Online course options are available at https://www.uvu.edu/online/courses/index.html, and advising support is available through your assigned advisor.

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Describe the components of the criminal justice system, including criminal law, victimization, adjudication, corrections, police-community relations, evidence, ethics, and theory.
2. Analyze and evaluate information from multiple sources to assess and critique crime scene scenarios.
3. Apply critical thinking to approach complex problems by considering different perspectives and alternative solutions in crime scene analysis.