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Welcome to the Criminal Justice Department
The Criminal Justice program provides a strong academic foundation for careers in the justice field.
Criminal Justice courses at Highline College teach the practical knowledge about how the Criminal Justice system works and the necessary skills, including critical thinking and communication, which students need to work effectively in the Criminal Justice system and be an advocate for justice in their community. Students can enroll in a professional technical degree designed to prepare students to enter the workforce, or a transfer degree designed to prepare students for further study at a four-year school.
Criminal Justice Programs
You can earn an Associates of Arts and Science (AAS), or an Associates of Arts (AA) degree. Learn about earning your AAS Degree or Certificate in Criminal Justice programs.
Criminal Justice Careers
Careers in criminal justice demand good judgment and the ability to think and act quickly. People who choose careers in this field are generally in good physical health and have good analytical and problem solving skills.
Contact Information
Mary Weir
Department Coordinator, Criminal Justice Department
Highline College
Criminal Justice Department M/S 29-2
P.O. Box 98000
Des Moines, WA 98198-9800