A just society requires people who are willing to help others walk the straight and narrow path. From police detectives to analysts, game wardens to lawyers, the need for professionals with integrity, grit, and strong skills is evergreen. Rio Salado College’s Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Administration of Justice Studies degree program can prepare you to embark on a lifelong journey of upholding the law and helping maintain the fabric of society. Taught by instructors with deep expertise in the subject, this program can teach you practical, career-ready skills.
What You’ll Learn
Rio Salado's Administration of Justice degree program will sharpen and hone your critical thinking skills and your capacity to reason. Communication skills are of paramount importance in justice degrees, so you’ll get a strong foundation in written, oral, visual, and interpersonal communication skills. You’ll learn about criminal and constitutional law, criminology, crisis management, legal ethics, victimology, juvenile justice, and correctional theory. You’ll also learn how to utilize technology to collect, analyze, and communicate data. This program will show you how the different law enforcement and legal agencies work together collaboratively, navigating jurisdiction to achieve justice.
What Can I Do With an Administration of Justice Degree?
Completing the Administration of Justice degree program at Rio Salado can lay the groundwork for a rewarding career of public service in the criminal justice system. Administration of justice roles are available in both the public and private sectors. Whether you’re interested in working with the general public or doing administrative work behind the scenes, the toolkit of skills and knowledge you’ll assemble through your time in justice studies can prepare you to execute your work with precision and professionalism.
Careers that can be achieved include:
- Detectives
- Criminal investigators
- Fish and game wardens
- Intelligence analysts
- Correctional officers
- Special agents
- Bailiffs
- Judges
- Magistrates
- Judicial law clerks
- Lawyers
- Mental health counselor
- Patrol officer
- Police identification and records officer
- Emergency dispatch
- Probation officer
- Correctional treatment specialist
- Security guard
- Transit police
- Police supervisor
What Does a Future in Administration of Justice Look Like?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, careers in law enforcement and the legal fields are projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations. The demand for individuals who can handle this challenging work will remain high. While no career is 100 percent AI proof, justice professions require interpersonal interactions and excellent communication skills. If you are passionate about making a difference and helping others, consider a career in public service!
Save Time and Money
Rio Salado’s course credits are transferable, which means that the progress you made at Rio may be accepted by many universities and colleges across the country. Keep in mind that not all colleges take transfer credits, so be sure to check in with the college you’re planning to transfer to in order to make sure your Rio credits will be accepted. Plus, Rio Salado offers a bachelor's degree in Public Safety Administration. You can earn your degree at a fraction of the cost of other institutions.
Learn More
If you are interested in learning more about our Administration of Justice degree or Public Safety Administration bachelor’s degree, check out our program page and complete the request for information at the bottom of the page.
Article by Austin Brietta