Jun 01, 2026  
2026-2027 College Catalog 
    
2026-2027 College Catalog

Criminal Justice: Forensic Investigation, AS

Location(s): Greenbrier Valley Campus, Mercer County Campus, Nicholas County Campus, Raleigh County Campus


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The Associate of Science Degree (AS) in Criminal Justice Forensic Investigation concentration is to equip students with the knowledge, technical skills, and ethical foundation necessary for entry-level careers in forensic science and criminal investigations. Through a curriculum grounded in criminal justice, scientific inquiry, and investigative procedures, the program prepares graduates to collect, analyze, and preserve evidence in accordance with legal standards. The program emphasizes critical thinking, attention to detail, and a commitment to justice, fostering professionals who support law enforcement and the judicial system with integrity and precision. Graduates with an associate of applied science degree in forensic investigation could qualify for jobs as crime scene investigators and forensic technicians.    

Required Courses


Total Program Credit Hours: 60


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