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Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice

Take the fastest route to a Criminal Justice degree! Discover the key features that make our program stand out and set you on the path to professional success.

Our flexible program is designed to shape your expertise in the field of criminal justice, and our focused curriculum ensures you're well-prepared for the challenges ahead. Opt for either our intensive 8-week classes or the standard 16-week classes, adapting your learning experience to align with your lifestyle and preferences.

Experience the freedom of 100% online learning, allowing you to tailor your studies to your schedule. Prefer the camaraderie of a physical classroom? Attend classes on campus and immerse yourself in a traditional learning environment. Mix and match online and on-campus classes to create a schedule that aligns with your unique needs.

Your prior training matters. Receive credit for your previous educational achievements and training, putting you on the fast track towards earning your degree.

Our program opens doors directly to fulfilling careers in criminal justice, provides career advancement opportunities or serves as a stepping stone for transferring to a four-year university.

How do I get started?
Complete the Application for Admission. Notify Todd Hobson, Department Head of Criminal Justice and Social Sciences, once this step is completed. Contact him at hobsonpt@redlandscc.edu or 405.422.6253. To complete the admission process, you will need to submit:

  • An official high school transcript or copy of GED. (If you have 32 hours of college credit you won’t need to submit a high school transcript.)
  • Official transcripts from each college you have attended (if any).

Electronic transcripts sent directly to Redlands Community College will be accepted.

Can I use financial aid?
Redlands is one of the top educational values in Oklahoma. Still, paying for college is a challenge for many. We're ready to help! Visit the Financial Aid webpage for more resources.

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to be eligible for scholarships, grants and loans. The financial aid school code for Redlands Community College is 003156.

If you have questions, please contact our Financial Aid office at 405.422.6250 or email financial.aid@redlandscc.edu. 

Are there payment options?
A variety of payment plans are available. Visit Paying for Redlands for a description of the different payment options. Information is also available through the Student Finance tab on your Go.Redlandscc.edu student portal. For assistance, please call 405.422.1230 or email Business.Office@redlandscc.edu. 

Is there financial assistance for veterans?
If you are a veteran, financial assistance is available. If you will be using the GI Bill, please contact the VA Regional Processing Office. The toll free number is 888.442.4551 or visit the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
For VA information at Redlands, please contact Holly Avila at 405.422.6238 or Holly.Avila@redlandscc.edu.

Can I used the training I have received for college credit?
Yes, you can. You can receive up to 30 college credits for training you have received from your department or agency. Most law enforcement training applies, such as police officers, corrections or juvenile justice.  

Can I still attend if I live out of state?
Yes. The degree can be completed 100% online. If you are not an Oklahoma resident and need financial assistance, please contact the registrar at Student.Records@redlandscc.edu to request a non-resident tuition waiver form. 

Todd Hobson, Department Head for Safety and Behavioral Sciences
405.422.6253
Email
Office: S-107-C, Ray Porter Academic Complex
Todd Hobson earned a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and a Master of Education degree from the University of Central Oklahoma. He spent several years working in corrections in both the private prison system and the Federal Bureau of Prisons. He previously served as the assistant director of training and development at Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City and as a senior program specialist at the University of Oklahoma. He joined Redlands in 2004.

We work with universities around the state to ensure that you can transition smoothly from completing an associate degree at Redlands to earning a bachelor's degree at a four-year institution. To find out more about transfer of credit policies and articulation agreements, visit the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education's website.

Learn more about your degree options in these programs after completing your education at Redlands: 

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Cameron University
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - University of Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Southern Nazarene University

The criminal justice program provides students with an understanding of the nature of crime and the personnel, institutions and process that prevent or respond to crime. Students learn both the theory and practice of the criminal justice system. The curriculum covers crime and criminal behavior, law enforcement, courts, and corrections. It provides a solid foundation for further study or entry into a variety of criminal justice professions.  Students must obtain an overall grade point average of 2.0 or higher for successful degree completion. 

Intended Program Outcomes 

  • Explain the structure of the American criminal justice system in terms of its major components (i.e., police, courts, and corrections) and the functions they serve.  
  • Measured by effectively communicating thru reading and writing assignments as well as exams. 
  • Communicate in writing to express solutions in criminal justice topics. 

Measured by completing writing assignments that demonstrate effective critical thinking to identifying and defining problems and then formulating conclusions based upon reading assignments.  

  • Apply critical thinking skills to analyze and solve a variety of complex problems in the criminal justice environment. Assess the philosophy, theories, policies, practices, processes, and reforms of the criminal justice system

Measured thru completion of writing assignments and exams as well as a series of class discussions. 

  • Use technology to develop specialized technical knowledge and skills relevant to the field of criminal justice. (computer & writing skills)

Measured by demonstrating basic technology skills for class success, i.e. computer, research, on-line discussions.

  • Review the major historical and contemporary issues facing the criminal justice system including events, information, programs, policies, and concepts that affect the operation of criminal justice agencies as well as issues of society ethnic and gender diversity. 

Measured by reading and writing assignments as well as exams.