Maine Criminal Justice Degree Programs

Criminal Justice Courses in Maine

Although the "Pine Tree State" has its share of cold winters, the cold temperatures do little to diminish the raw natural beauty that typifies Maine. For such a small state, it manages to pack in an impressive number of hiking trails, camping spots, and fishing holes. Not surprisingly, many students from Maine colleges and universities double as outdoor adventurers as well. A few years at one of the state's many prestigious programs will transform you into a highly skilled backpacker in addition to whatever other disciplines you are pursuing.Obtaining an education to enter the criminal justice or law enforcement administration fields is available at a variety of levels ? from non-degree coursework to associates degrees to bachelor degrees to advanced graduate degrees. In addition to their traditional classes, a number of schools and colleges also offer online courses, making it easy to access the education you are looking for regardless of where you live.

A degree in Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement Administration can provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to work in the fields of Law Enforcement, Community Corrections, Private Investigations and Private Security, or to work as a Prison or Jail Officer. Some colleges have more specific majors that can prepare you to work in other areas of the field. Examples of majors include Computer Information Systems in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Criminal Justice Administration and Planning, Government, or Justice Studies from a humanities perspective. More advanced degrees can provide you with even more specific training. For instance, a Masters in Public Policy with a focus in criminal justice or law enforcement administration can prepare you for a policy-focused career in the field.

The criminal justice field is a large one, with a tremendous number of opportunities for dedicated individuals. Whether your ultimate goal is to work in government, the non-profit sector, or the private sector, there is a criminal justice education or law enforcement administration program that can prepare you to enter the area of the field that most interests you.

Criminal Justice Career and Technical Schools in Maine:

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Kaplan University KHE - Lewiston

Looking to gain a competitive edge in your career? Kaplan University offers a learning experience that is anything but typical. Our faculty and staff are not just academics?they're seasoned professionals who can give you the real-world knowledge you need to succeed. And we offer a flexible and accelerated schedule designed to meet the needs of your busy life. Our programs are designed to prepare you for success in any of a variety of fields, including Criminal Justice, Health Care, Business, Education, Information Technology, Legal Studies, or Fashion and Design.

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Kaplan University KHE - South Portland

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University of Maine- Fort Kent

Get your career on track with University of Maine-Fort Kent. We offer associate and bachelor's degree programs in a wide variety of career fields, including business, accounting, criminal justice, nursing, homeland security, public safety, and much more. University of Maine-Fort Kent is a premier rural public university - a small campus of just over 1,000 students located in a small town in Northern Maine, where you can get a personalized education while making personal and professional contacts.

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Higher Education: Colleges and Universities

Higher education is education provided by universities, vocational universities (community colleges, liberal arts colleges, and technical colleges, etc.) and other collegial institutions that award academic degrees, such as career colleges following the completion of a school that provides secondary education, such as a high school and secondary K-12 schools.

University of Phoenix

University of Phoenix is the largest private university in North America.

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DeVry University

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Biomedical Engineering. Surprised?

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