Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice students check the speeds of vehicles on the highway and using a fire extinguisher to put out a controlled fire

Course Overview

Students serve alongside health care and first responders while participating in mock critical incident training, practice self-defense, learn to process a crime scene, and participate in a mock court trial. CPR, Certified Emergency Response Team (CERT), and Incident Command System (ICS) certifications in addition to English and college credit are available. Related careers include, but are not limited to, law enforcement, courts,  corrections, fire, and homeland security.

Download the Criminal Justice brochure.

College Credit

Students who successfully complete this course may receive articulated college credit to the following schools: Baker College, Davenport University, Ferris State University, Mid Michigan Community College, North Central Community College, Northern Michigan University, Oakland Community College, and Muskegon Community College. For information on how to earn articulated credit contact Andrea Rusco at the CTC.

Students who successfully complete this course may earn direct credit to Muskegon Community College. A list of participating classes may be found on our direct credit web page.

Instructor/Technician

Instructor– Karen Reynolds

Technician– John Holtz

Competencies
  • Safety, Health & Environmental
  • Technical Skills
  • Employability & Career Development
  • Systems
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
  • Emergency Management
  • Leadership and Teamwork
  • Ethics and Legal Responsibilities
  • Career Ready Practices