Build Your Future in Protecting Communities and Upholding Justice
The Criminal Justice A.S. program at Monroe Community College gives students a strong
academic foundation in the systems, policies, and practices that shape modern public
safety. Through coursework in policing, criminal law, investigations, and corrections,
students learn how justice is administered and how professionals work to protect individuals
and communities.
A Criminal Justice A.S. degree from Monroe Community College gives you a direct path
into meaningful, community‑focused careers. Whether you’re preparing for law enforcement, corrections, security,
or court services—or planning to transfer and advance your training—you’ll gain the
knowledge, confidence, and real‑world readiness to step into roles that protect, support, and strengthen your community. Our Career Counselors are committed to helping you explore career options, determine necessary training and education, and research salaries, wages, and projected job
growth. We also assist with finding internships, co-ops, and part-time jobs, as well as interview preparation
and writing a resume and cover letter.
Career Opportunities:
Police Officer
Corrections Officer
Security Officer
Probation Assistant
Victim Services Assistant
Community Outreach Specialist
Where You Could Work:
Law enforcement agencies
Correctional facilities
Courts and legal offices
Security firms
Human service organizations
Community advocacy groups
Local Employers:
Rochester Police Department
Monroe County Sheriff’s Office
New York State Police
Monroe County Department of Public Safety
Rochester City Court
Local town police departments
Local security and protective services firms
Ready to Apply?
Applying to MCC is free, with no college essay or test scores required.
Prepare for a career in law enforcement, corrections, security, or community advocacy
with MCC’s Criminal Justice A.S. program. Gain foundational knowledge in policing,
criminal law, investigations, and justice systems while building the skills needed
to transfer or enter the workforce.
A.S.
Associate of Science
Monroe Community College’sCriminal Justice A.S. degree—available 100% online or on campus—prepares students to enter the workforce directly
or transfer seamlessly into a four-year bachelor’s program. Blending real-world coursework
in law, criminology, and investigations with a hands-on internship, the program connects
students with local agencies for practical experience. It offers a direct pathway
to dynamic careers in law enforcement, corrections, federal agencies, private security,
or pre-law studies.
Length
2 years / 60 credit hours
Students typically complete this program in 4 semesters of full time study.
Build a strong foundation for your bachelor’s degree with MCC’s transfer-friendly
SUNY credits and dedicated Transfer Services Team. With flexible 100% online coursework,
you can create a clear path to your four-year degree—on a schedule that works for
you.
MCC’s strong curriculum and State University of New York (SUNY) credits help you
transfer smoothly to a four‑year college or university. Our Transfer Services Team
can help you choose the right courses and map out a clear path to earning your bachelor’s
degree. With strong academic preparation and transfer‑friendly credits, you’ll be
set up for success.
Monroe Community College’s Criminal Justice: Police A.A.S. degree prepares you for a career in law enforcement with hands‑on training, real‑world skills, and pathways to local and regional policing roles.
Prepare for careers in emergency management, public safety, and national security with MCC’s Homeland Security A.S. degree or certificate—hands‑on training that builds critical skills to protect communities and respond confidently to evolving threats.
