What Will I Learn?

The program is competency-based. The faculty who teach in the program are committed to providing a high quality education that will prepare you to provide evidence-based services that are ethical, impartial and effective in a rapidly changing and increasingly diverse society. Upon completion of the program, you will have:

• An advanced understanding of administrative principles and practices found in juvenile justice agencies
• Advanced knowledge of theories relating to crime causation and criminality
• In-depth knowledge of the interdisciplinary nature of the juvenile justice system
• Knowledge of contemporary technologies used to manage juvenile justice information
• Skills that enable you to conduct and evaluate juvenile justice-related research
• Advanced problem-solving skills that enable the learner to identify, analyze and solve juvenile justice operational problems that affect the delivery of services
• Advanced reading, writing and verbal communication skills

What Kinds of Experiences Could I Have?

Classes meet three weekends each semester during the fall and spring semesters (two courses), from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. One course meets from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and the other from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. During the summer terms, all coursework is completed online.

The Juvenile Court Judges' Commission pays for all tuition costs, some university fees and lodging for on-campus class sessions. Students are responsible for all other costs, including books, university fees, and travel expenses. Cost for books and fees are approximately $800 per year.

What Types of Careers Could I Get With This Degree?

The methodological and theory components of this program are highly suitable as a preparation for entering management, supervisory or other administrative positions, advanced graduate studies and other professional programs.