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Crime prevention, addiction treatment, and counseling can be as much a part of the criminal justice system as incarceration and the court system. Study these aspects of criminal justice with a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice with a Human Services concentration from CTU. In this degree program, you could work to develop a solid foundation in law enforcement, courts, and corrections, while also focusing on a human services core with a special emphasis on working with youth. And you can also work to complete the coursework needed for professional work in chemical dependency.
Employment of social and human service assistants is projected to grow 8 percent from 2023-2033, faster than the average for all occupations.¹ The BSCJ-HS could help you prepare for this field.
¹https://www.bls.gov/ooh/community-and-social-service/social-and-human-service-assistants.htm (visited 11/6/24).
Program Overview
Effective August 2023, this program is no longer available for future enrollments at the Aurora Campus.
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BSCJ) with a concentration in Human Services (HS) is a 183-credit-hour program that is offered online and at the Colorado Springs campus. The program consists of 66 credit hours of general education requirements; 56 credit hours devoted to the criminal justice core; and 61 credit hours for the human services concentration.
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Human Services is designed for criminal justice professionals seeking to begin or advance a career in the law enforcement, corrections, or judicial fields with special emphasis on the coursework needed for professional work in chemical dependency counseling and youth services.
*This program does not guarantee licensure; requirements vary by state.
This program does not lead to additional licensure or certification. As such, CTU has made no determination regarding prerequisites for licensure or certification in any state or jurisdiction.
The mission of the College of Security Studies is to provide engaging instruction and knowledge through public service programs that align with industry relevant standards and cultivate professional competencies, critical-thinking, ethical decision-making, and cultural awareness to promote social justice.
Financial aid
Financial aid may be available for those who qualify.
Organization
Colorado Technical University - Online
In 1965, Colorado Technical University was founded in Colorado Springs, where the main campus remains embedded in a vibrant and growing community. As the needs of a dynamic professional industrial complex expanded, the University evolved from a technical training school to a respected university with graduate-level programs in many of today’s most technologically demanding fields.
In 1995, we introduced our online school and took our commitment to educating career-focused adults into homes coast to coast and continent to continent. Our online school reaches far and wide—from U.S. military personnel stationed at bases overseas to students across the globe aspiring to enrich their education. We are proud to provide effective, award winning, online and virtual learning options for our students. At CTU, we continue to embrace new technology and use it in innovative ways to enhance your learning experience. We offer you the advantage of connectivity, interactivity, and freedom of choice. From multiple classroom delivery options and mobile access to your coursework to social networking, you can engage in a true university experience whether you study on campus, online or a combination of both.