Online Human Services Degree
Online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Human Services
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.
1http://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.
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Courses
Courses: General Education | Credits | |
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CJUS261 | Ethics in Criminal Justice | 4.5 |
COMS105 | Interpersonal Communications | 4.5 |
or | ||
COMS203 | Speech Communications | 4.5 |
ENGL104 | Introductory Written Communication | 4.5 |
ENGL105 | Professional Written Communications | 4.5 |
GOVT201 | American Government and Public Affairs | 4.5 |
HIST120 | Intro to American History: 1950 to the Present | 4.5 |
MATH102 | Introduction to College Math | 4.5 |
MATH106 | Algebra for Business | 4.5 |
PHIL101 | Introduction to Ethics | 4.5 |
PSYC102 | Introductory Psychology | 4.5 |
SCI101 | Introduction to the Sciences | 4.5 |
SCI103 | Science and Technology- Laboratory Course | 1.5 |
SCI201 | Environmental Science and Sustainability | 4.5 |
SCI203 | Environmental Science and Sustainability - Laboratory Course | 1.5 |
SOCL102 | Introductory Sociology | 4.5 |
UNIV104 | Academic and Career Success | 4.5 |
or | ||
HUMNELE | Humanities Elective | 4.5 |
Total Credit Hours: | 66 |
Courses: Core | Credits | |
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CJUS141 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 4 |
CJUS201 | Law Enforcement Operations and Report Writing | 4 |
CJUS254 | Introduction to Homeland Security | 4 |
CJUS263 | American Corrections | 4 |
CJUS280 | Victimology | 4 |
CJUS285 | Juvenile Delinquency | 4 |
CJUS290 | Criminal Law | 4 |
CJUS343 | Criminology | 4 |
CJUS375 | Criminal Procedure | 4 |
CJUS440 | The Laws of Evidence | 4 |
PBAD201 | Public Administration | 4 |
PSYC210 | Social Psychology | 4 |
PSYC337 | Abnormal Psychology in the Workplace | 4 |
UNIV201 | Career Planning and Management | 4 |
Total Credit Hours: | 56 |
Courses: Concentration | Credits | |
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CJHS300 | Human Service Practice in the Criminal Justice Setting | 4 |
CJHS311 | Study of Alcohol Use and Abuse | 5 |
CJHS315 | Child Abuse | 4 |
CJHS320 | Alcohol & Drug Treatment Continuum | 5 |
CJHS325 | Drug Use and Abuse | 5 |
CJHS337 | Ethics for the CD Counselor | 5 |
CJHS399 | Chemical Dependency Elective - Special Topics | 5 |
CJHS411 | Foundations of Individual Counseling | 5 |
CJHS421 | Foundations of Group Counseling | 5 |
CJHS425 | Introduction to Family Counseling | 5 |
CJHS480 | CJ - Human Services Capstone | 4 |
PBAD301 | Grant Writing Basics | 4 |
PSYC301 | Child and Adolescent Psychopathology | 5 |
Total Credit Hours: | 61 |
Total Credit Hours: 183
Learning Outcomes
BSCJ Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge and application of criminal justice principles
- Demonstrate knowledge of the psychological and sociological dimensions of human behavior and crime
- Identify basic concepts relating to law enforcement, corrections and the courts.
- Examine and integrate the emerging trends in the criminal justice system
- Show comprehension of the need for interactions between the community and the criminal justice system that honors inclusion, diversity, and equity
BSCJ-HS Concentration Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate professional communication skills relevant to the HS profession
- Examine the evolution of the Human Services professional in the criminal justice system
- Apply knowledge of the core activities and skills of the Human Services professional in the context of the criminal justice system
- Articulate the knowledge and skills required of the chemical dependency counselor
Faculty
Dr. Lizabeth Jordon
University DeanDr. Jordan has been active in Emergency Management Services for more than two decades. She has shared this knowledge by teaching at CTU since 2007.
Clarence Moore
Executive Program DirectorClarence Moore has extensive leadership background both in the military and police department. He served his country and community for over 30 years in a leadership capacity. He embodies teaching and student support strategies and understands innovative instructional design.
For more faculty profiles please visit our Leadership and Faculty page.
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FAQs
CTU’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BSCJ) with a concentration in Human Services Degree Program is designed to provide knowledge, skills, and abilities relevant for pursuing potential opportunities in the workforce. This bachelor’s degree program emphasizes the development of 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. Students studying in this degree program may also work to complete the coursework needed for professional work in chemical dependency.
As you work to complete your BSCJ with a concentration in Human Services, you will be immersed in courses where you may study these topics and much more: assessment and treatment of child and adolescent psychopathologies; counseling theories, therapeutic approaches, and counseling skills; and the work of helping professionals in the context of the criminal justice system.
Courses for this BSCJ program start online and on our Colorado Springs campus approximately every five weeks. Completion of the CTU admissions process will depend on how quickly you complete the steps in the CTU online application process. You may complete the application process over the phone with an advisor or you may go online. Once you’ve completed the online application, you may hear from an advisor within the following 24 hours to discuss the next steps toward starting your degree program.
The BSCJ degree program consists of 182 credits. You may be eligible for transfer credit, which is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible to transfer. You can also complete CTU Fast Track™ exams to receive college credit for what you already know—allowing you to complete your degree program up to 30% faster.1
1 The ability to reduce time in school and/or reduce tuition towards the full cost of a degree program depends on the number of CTU Fast Track™ exams successfully passed. Fast Track program credits are non-transferable. Not all programs are eligible for possible 30% reduction in time and money. Courses eligible are subject to change. Students should not rely on potential Fast Track savings or eligibility when making an enrollment decision.
Through innovative industry-relevant curricula and technology-enabled student-centered teaching, you will study through classroom learning and hands-on experience that aligns to industry standards and helps you work to develop skills that are applicable to the needs of law enforcement roles and opportunities.
What Students Are Saying About Their CTU Experience
I chose CTU because of how they treat their students. From the instructors to the success coaches, they are interested in the success of the students.
Chelsea S., Former Student 2024 Graduate, Master of Science in Criminal Justice
I chose CTU because I love the way they cater to each and every one of their students. I didn’t feel like a number and I felt heard and seen.
Daijah M., Former Student 2024 Graduate, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
When I first started looking at college again, it was a difficult decision. I needed something that would work with my schedule. [CTU] gave me the best schedule options and had the degree plan in my desired field.
Elise M., Former Student 2023 Graduate, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice