Start Your Career in Criminal Justice at South Plains College
Are you passionate about protecting your community, upholding the law, and making a difference? South Plains College’s Criminal Justice program is the perfect first step toward a career in law enforcement, corrections, or the broader criminal justice system.
Our Associate of Arts degree in Criminal Justice is designed for students who plan to transfer to a university and complete a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, corrections, or a related field. You’ll gain a strong academic foundation while completing core coursework that meets transfer requirements.
Whether your goal is to become a police officer, detective, correctional officer, or pursue another role in public safety, we’ll help you build a pathway to success.
Plan Your Path with Expert Guidance
To ensure your courses align with transfer requirements, students should work closely with our program advisor. Professor Kenny Burns, Associate Professor of Law Enforcement Technology, brings valuable field experience and academic insight to help you make the most of your time at SPC.
Already a Licensed Officer?
Texas licensed peace officers, correctional officers, and jailers may be eligible to receive credit for select courses (CJLE 1172 and CJLE 1211) once all other degree requirements are completed.
Program advisor is Kenny Burns, associate professor of law enforcement technology.
Tuition Exemption for Peace Officers
This program may provide an exemption from some tuition and laboratory fees to eligible persons employed as a Peace Officer by the state of Texas or by a political subdivision of Texas.
Are you interested in Criminal Justice at South Plains College? Fill out our form below and a program advisor will contact you.
