Administration of Justice & Criminology Graduate Certificate

The School Of Professional Studies: Gradutate, Online

The Rosemont College Administration of Justice and Criminology Graduate Certificate is designed to develop, enhance, and advance working professionals and scholars in the fields of the Administration of Justice and Criminology. The program aims to do this in advancing their education with a focus promoting an understanding of the causes and societal responses to crime and deviant behavior, professional development, and the equitable administration of justice through a Cornelian perspective on professional practice including strong ethics, integrity, and social justice.

Look Forward to a Successful Future

Graduates of the program will gain the skills needed for advanced careers as leaders in law enforcement, corrections, probation and parole, courts/judiciary, juvenile centers, alternative education, and private security sectors. For many law enforcement officers serving in the Greater Philadelphia Region, the completion of a graduate degree can result in pay increases of $300 to $2,500 depending on their association’s collective bargaining agreement. Graduates of this program could pursue careers in fields including:

• • Law enforcement
  • Corrections 
  • Probation & Parole
  • Courts/Judiciary
  • Juvenile Centers
  • Alternative Education
  • Private Security

Why Administration of Justice & Criminology at Rosemont?

The Masters in Administration of Justice & Criminology program bridges criminology (the study of crime and criminal behavior) and Criminal Justice (the study of society’s response to crime through the administration of justice through law enforcement, courts, and corrections) and embeds a forensic analysis of offender treatment and victimology, human rights, juvenile justice, and restorative justice.

A special emphasis on community policing and building community partnerships and compassionate social justice is embedded in the curriculum, with the aim of building a foundation of knowledge to prepare justice practitioners to better understand the complex social issues facing the American Justice system today, and to help those practitioners find equitable community based solutions that are reflective of Rosemont College’s Core Values which are:

• • Trust in and reverence for the dignity of each person
  • Diversity with a commitment to building an intercultural community
  • Persistence and courage in promoting justice with compassion
  • Care for the Earth as our common home

Rosemont's intentionally small class sizes foster deep connections among students and professors, enabling you to discover your unique voice and expand your professional opportunities. Our intimate academic environment encourages active participation in learning - you'll contribute to discussions, engage with diverse viewpoints, and think critically about your own ideas.

Since 1921, Rosemont has been dedicated to supporting students like you in advancing their lives and those of their families through education. We believe in making quality education affordable and attainable; this commitment is reflected in every aspect of our application process.

Choose Your Path to Success

The Administration of Justice & Criminology Graduate Certificate is available as a stand alone graduate certificate or embedded with select graduate degree programs. You may choose to add this graduate certificate to complement other graduate certificates and degrees within Rosemont’s online accelerated School of Professional Studies. Whether you’re embarking on the traditional path of full time study or returning to education as an adult learner, it’s essential to explore all your embedded certificate options:

Whether you're embarking on the traditional path of full time study or returning to education as an adult learner, it's essential to explore all your embedded certificate options:

Take Your Education Even Further

Graduate Certificates

Set yourself apart by adding a graduate certificate to your master's degree. Students enrolled in graduate professional studies programs may choose from a diverse selection of graduate certificates to further enrich their educational experience. The graduate certificates may be taken as a stand alone option or, in some cases, achieved with additional courses embedded within the course of study. This additional focus provides specialized knowledge and experience tailored to your career and personal goals.

At Rosemont, we offer a high quality education and a pathway to success that provides exceptional value within a challenging yet supportive environment. Recognizing the demands faced by adult learners, we offer flexible degree options designed to support your continued growth through education.

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