Legal Studies: Career paths
Legal Studies: Career paths
What career path can you expect with a degree in one of our Legal Studies programs?
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Career Paths
Where can you work?
With an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice, you can begin a career in various aspects of law enforcement, such as federal or state policing, corrections and probation, juvenile justice, and victim advocacy. You can work for a federal or state agency, police force, or in public interest.
Criminal Justice
Where can you work?
With an Associate Degree or Certificate in Paralegal Studies you can begin a career as a paralegal in various legal fields, such as a private law office, a courthouse or other government agency, or with a legal non-profit organization. As a paralegal, you assist attorneys in client representation. This includes drafting legal documents, researching and analyzing legal issues, and interviewing clients and witnesses.
Paralegal Studies
Where can you work?
With an Associate Degree or Certificate in Political Science you are prepared to work in positions with your local, state or the federal government, on political campaigns, or in areas of advocacy and lobbying. A political science degree is also a door into a career into the law and legislative matters.