2024-2025 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Social Sciences Department
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The Social Science Department provides an introduction to the study of social and political organizations. In lower-division courses, students are exposed to fundamental knowledge concerning the development and operation of societies and cultures, from the broad view of history to the formation of individual values. At the highest level of study, students construct individualized research and applied skills development. The curriculum is integral to the General University Course Requirements (GUCRs). In relation to the degree programs at Heritage, the Social Science curriculum promotes context — a framework for developing the specialized knowledge and skills that lead to criminal justice (law enforcement, corrections, corporate loss prevention), law, public service, nonprofit management, Psychology, and post-baccalaureate degree programs.
Criminal Justice Program Learning Outcomes
1. Criminal Justice Systems: Students will be able to describe the three major areas of the criminal justice system, and associate the criminal justice system to moral, philosophical, and historical issues within police, courts, and corrections.
2. Politics of Crime: Students will be able to provide details of political processes and public policy, as it is related to issues in the criminal justice system.
3. Foundations: Students will be able to apply concepts, practices, policies, laws, and theories used in the study of criminal justice, while valuing diverse cultures and backgrounds.
4. Research and Communication: Students will be able to illustrate their research, writing, and comprehension skills.
5. Critical Thinking and Communication: Students will be able to explain and analyze complex problems and practice essential communication skills (written and verbal).
What jobs are available for criminal justice graduates?
- Law enforcement officer
- Corrections officer
- Probation officer
- Federal agent
- Detective/private investigator
- Corporate security/loss prevention officer
- Emergency management/Homeland Security officer
Degrees and Programs Offered
The Social Science Department offers courses to complete the following degrees and programs:
ProgramsAssociate of ArtsBachelor of ArtsMinorCoursesCriminal JusticePolitical SciencePsychologySociology
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