CJ 4000 - Issues in Professional Practice: Criminal Justice

This capstone course prepares students for the challenges and responsibilities of professional practice and study in the field of Criminal Justice. Included is an exploration of future trends and opportunities within the discipline. Students will consider a number of theoretical and practical issues related to practice as a criminal justice professional, including transition to employment, the development of analytic and problem solving skills, and the production and presentation of research which demonstrates proficiency in writing and information literacy. Because the final paper and presentation are essential in demonstrating such proficiency, students must complete the final paper and project with a grade of C‐ or better in order to pass this course. this course includes a mandatory immersion/travel experience to the Washington D.C. area for career exploration at the Federal, State, County, and local levels. Open to CJ majors only. CJ majors only. Prerequisites: Minimum 90 credits earned. Offered every spring. (4 Credits)