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Kaplan University is an accredited*, leading provider of online higher education. We offer 170 online programs and degrees in a variety of fields. Rigorous curriculum is designed to provide you with the relevant skills to pursue your career and personal goals.† Faculty members are experienced practitioners within their fields and focus on real-world, practical skills.
Earning a degree is a significant investment of your time and money; that’s why Kaplan University offers numerous opportunities for you to complete your degree faster and save money, too. Some of these include accelerated programs, credit for eligible prior training or work/life experience, and scholarships.‡ We are committed to helping you pursue your goals and will support you from admission through graduation with a helpful team of advisors dedicated to guiding you to success.
Kaplan University provides the quality education you want in a format designed to serve your needs—online, on your time.
Pursuing a career in the field of criminal justice may provide you with a sense of value and commitment to your community. Criminal justice professionals help to uphold the law and provide a sense of safety and well-being to those around them. Earning an associate's degree in criminal justice may help prepare you for a variety of entry-level employment opportunities in this competitive field.
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The objective of the Associate of Applied Science in Human Services program is to provide the knowledge and skills necessary for students to pursue a rewarding career in a wide variety of helping professions.* Students are taught to develop their talents, assess clients’ needs, identify community resources, and problem solve and advocate for their client—all with the goal of making a difference in the lives of those unable to help themselves.
Businesses and organizations of all sizes are reducing legal costs by handling routine legal processes in-house. As a result, the demand for paralegal and legal assistant is higher than ever, and this trend is projected to continue for over the next several years. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, long-term national job growth for paralegals and legal assistants through 2018 is expected to 28% or much faster than average.* That is a promising statistic if you are interested in entering the legal profession or want to advance your current career.
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From homeland security to the security of your local neighborhoods, schools, and businesses, public safety is a top concern in today's society. Numerous career paths exist for people who want to take an active role in making their own community a better, safer place. Whether you are seeking entry-level employment in the field of criminal justice or want to advance your current career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections, earning a bachelor's degree in criminal justice may help you achieve your goal.*
As the population in the United States increases, the number of law enforcement employees could follow suit. A growing workforce may require more supervisors to manage, lead, train, and discipline. If you are interested in pursuing a criminal justice management position, consider the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration and Management. The program is designed to help you effectively apply managerial skills in diverse criminal justice work environments and could help you advance in your current career.*
Kaplan University’s Bachelor of Science in Environmental Policy and Management offers an interdisciplinary opportunity to study environmental issues and policy by exploring the interrelationship between public and private sectors and society, economics, and the environment. This program is designed to help you apply your talent in pursuit of careers in the public and private sectors, where environmental policy and its management are relevant to an organization’s function.*
The Bachelor of Science in Fire and Emergency Management is designed for emergency services personnel who want to increase their administrative and management knowledge as well as occupational and life safety awareness. Students prepare to face new challenges in the field, including technology, human resource management, and fiscal responsibility. Career opportunities may include chief and midlevel fire service personnel, emergency planners, and emergency program managers and directors.†
Earn your bachelor’s degree to pursue or enhance a career in fire services. The curriculum includes analytical approaches to fire protection and investigation, the role of the fire service within the community, and the technical, legal, and social aspects of arson. The degree serves fire service professionals seeking enhanced skills and a broad spectrum of knowledge in the field of fire science. It may be a good fit for individuals aspiring to become firefighters, fire inspectors, fire investigators, first-line supervisors, or managers of firefighters.†
The Bachelor of Science in Human Services program is designed to prepare you with the knowledge and skills to pursue a rewarding career in a wide variety of helping professions.† Students are taught to develop their talents, assess clients' needs, identify community resources, and problem solve and advocate for their client--all with the goal of making a difference in the life of those unable to help themselves. Choose a degree emphasis area in child and family welfare, gerontology, or human services administration.
Through this program, you will be taught how to collect, analyze, synthesize, and report information regarding international and comparative criminal justice procedures and investigations. Particular emphasis is placed on evaluating policy recommendations, planning, procedural design, emerging trends, and preventative approaches to transnational crime to help you stand out in this field.
The Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies degree program is designed to help you prepare for career advancement of or a future career in business, government, health care, or legal services.* Kaplan University’s online program emphasizes the political, governmental, and constitutional framework of the American legal system, while helping you develop your communication, critical thinking, and research skills. The degree program allows you to select elective courses that focus on a particular legal topic.†
If you want to pursue or advance a career as a paralegal, the online Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies program may help you meet your career goals. This program is designed to provide a solid foundation in the law and paralegal skills, including litigation preparation, document supervision, and legal research. Graduates may pursue career opportunities or job advancement in a legal environment such as a private law firm, corporate law department, or local, state, or federal agency.§ You are taught research and analytical skills along with technical competencies in specialized areas of law.
In today’s electrifying political environment, achievements and events once considered “impossible dreams” seem to be happening all around us every day. Cultural barriers are being crossed. Glass ceilings are being shattered. And great leaders are stepping forth from all walks of society. For students interested in making a difference in government, now is the time to build a career with the help of a bachelor’s degree in political science from Kaplan University.
Prepare to develop knowledge of and skills in government process, policy, procedure, and the law that could help you pursue a variety of jobs.* The Bachelor of Science in Public Administration and Policy focuses on the study of organization, structure, and processes of government through an interdisciplinary lens, and is designed to help students develop an understanding of the issues and challenges confronting society locally, nationally, and globally.
Today's best-run organizations recognize that skillful accounting is as important to their success as any other aspect of their business. They also know that accountants could become effective company leaders. Kaplan University's Bachelor of Science in Accounting is designed to provide you with the academic knowledge and technical expertise you need to pursue an entry-level accounting position. Study to acquire a solid background in economics, finance, management, law, information systems, and quantitative methods. You will also have the opportunity to help improve your skill levels in communication, teamwork, and decision-making processes. By working with faculty members who are highly esteemed in the accounting field, you could develop a strong professional ethic and practical experience.
Accountants and auditors will be needed to set up books, prepare taxes, and provide management advice. Career opportunities exist in public accounting firms, corporate accounting or tax departments, not-for-profit organizations, governmental agencies, and more. Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Accounting could be prepared to sit for the CPA or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) examinations.§
Your accounting degree can be further specialized by focusing on one of following five emphasis areas:
From homeland security to the security of your local neighborhoods, schools, and businesses, public safety is a top concern in today's society. Numerous career paths exist for people who want to take an active role in making their own community a better, safer place. Whether you are seeking entry-level employment in the field of criminal justice or want to advance your current career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections, earning a bachelor's degree in criminal justice may help you achieve your goal.*
You can further specialize your degree by pursuing one of the following emphasis areas:
BSCJ - Computer Crime (Online)
Explore the basics of computer crime and its possible impact on business and society, the investigation of computer crime, the legal implications of monitoring crime in cyberspace, the protection of digital assets, and computer forensics.
From homeland security to the security of your local neighborhoods, schools, and businesses, public safety is a top concern in today's society. Numerous career paths exist for people who want to take an active role in making their own community a better, safer place. Whether you are seeking entry-level employment in the field of criminal justice or want to advance your current career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections, earning a bachelor's degree in criminal justice may help you achieve your goal.*
You can further specialize your degree by pursuing one of the following emphasis areas:
BSCJ - Corrections (Online)
Study to further your expertise in the administrative and operational aspects of the U.S. correctional system, both institutional and community based. Confront issues such as overcrowding, alternatives to incarceration, sentencing, inmate rights, and juvenile justice. Explore challenges in community-based corrections.
From homeland security to the security of your local neighborhoods, schools, and businesses, public safety is a top concern in today's society. Numerous career paths exist for people who want to take an active role in making their own community a better, safer place. Whether you are seeking entry-level employment in the field of criminal justice or want to advance your current career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections, earning a bachelor's degree in criminal justice may help you achieve your goal.*
You can further specialize your degree by pursuing one of the following emphasis areas:
BSCJ - Crime Scene Investigation (Online)
Examine legal principles and doctrines associated with criminal law, criminal procedure, evidentiary issues, comparative legal and justice systems, specialized criminal statutes, and employment law as they relate to professional practice in criminal justice.
Study psychology within the context of the criminal justice system. Focus on enhancing your ability to identify and interact with mentally ill individuals, intervene in crisis situations, and understand the impact of crime on its victims and the community.
From homeland security to the security of your local neighborhoods, schools, and businesses, public safety is a top concern in today's society. Numerous career paths exist for people who want to take an active role in making their own community a better, safer place. Whether you are seeking entry-level employment in the field of criminal justice or want to advance your current career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections, earning a bachelor's degree in criminal justice may help you achieve your goal.*
You can further specialize your degree by pursuing one of the following emphasis areas:
BSCJ - Homeland Security (Online)
Examine the roots of terrorism, response methods to weapons of mass destruction and other disaster incidents, crisis negotiation, and conflict resolution. This emphasis area is designed to help prepare criminal justice professionals, military personnel, or businesspeople for new opportunities in the field of criminal justice, especially with multinational corporations.
From homeland security to the security of your local neighborhoods, schools, and businesses, public safety is a top concern in today's society. Numerous career paths exist for people who want to take an active role in making their own community a better, safer place. Whether you are seeking entry-level employment in the field of criminal justice or want to advance your current career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections, earning a bachelor's degree in criminal justice may help you achieve your goal.*
You can further specialize your degree by pursuing one of the following emphasis areas:
BSCJ - Juvenile Justice (Online)
Focus on the unique needs of youth in today's justice system. Examine sentencing, risk and needs assessment, psychology, intervention/diversion/prevention programs, communication and relationship building, and case management for juvenile offenders.
From homeland security to the security of your local neighborhoods, schools, and businesses, public safety is a top concern in today's society. Numerous career paths exist for people who want to take an active role in making their own community a better, safer place. Whether you are seeking entry-level employment in the field of criminal justice or want to advance your current career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections, earning a bachelor's degree in criminal justice may help you achieve your goal.*
You can further specialize your degree by pursuing one of the following emphasis areas:
BSCJ - Law Enforcement (Online)
Focus on landmark Supreme Court cases and how the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights apply in criminal law. Examine contemporary law enforcement organizations, community policing, policing in selected foreign countries, civil liability, and public expectations.
Concentrate on the complexities of issues facing children and families in our society. Graduates could assess, evaluate, intervene, and re-evaluate social structures, such as adoption, foster care, child protection, and reunification, as they work with children and families.
Explore management and administrative roles within the human services arena. The courses are designed to prepare graduates with the knowledge and skills to work with diverse funding sources, influence policy, supervise staff, and advocate on behalf of those most vulnerable in our society. Graduates may assist in situations involving other agencies and players in the human services industry.
Identify the risk factors for substance abuse and investigate prevention, evaluation, and treatment strategies. Selecting this emphasis area may help you prepare for careers in clinical and educational settings working with youth and adults, or for jobs in abuse treatment programs and public health program initiatives.
Kaplan University's Master of Public Administration is designed to help practicing and aspiring administrators develop the skills and techniques to provide leadership in a variety of public service fields.* The core curriculum teaches you how to evaluate, implement, and manage policy and spans diverse topics including public administration and management, ethics and leadership, budgeting and the administration of public funds, strategic planning, and applied research.
Additionally, the program offers you the flexibility to pursue a general Master of Public Administration or to focus on an intensive study area in:
Kaplan University's Master of Public Administration is designed to help practicing and aspiring administrators develop the skills and techniques to provide leadership in a variety of public service fields.* The core curriculum teaches you how to evaluate, implement, and manage policy and spans diverse topics including public administration and management, ethics and leadership, budgeting and the administration of public funds, strategic planning, and applied research.
Additionally, the program offers you the flexibility to pursue a general Master of Public Administration or to focus on an intensive study area in:
Kaplan University's Master of Public Administration is designed to help practicing and aspiring administrators develop the skills and techniques to provide leadership in a variety of public service fields.* The core curriculum teaches you how to evaluate, implement, and manage policy and spans diverse topics including public administration and management, ethics and leadership, budgeting and the administration of public funds, strategic planning, and applied research.
Additionally, the program offers you the flexibility to pursue a general Master of Public Administration or to focus on an intensive study area in:
*Kaplan University is regionally accredited. See our website for details.
†Kaplan University does not guarantee the transferability of credit. See University Catalog for Transfer of Credit policy.
†Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job, eligible for job advancement opportunities, or employed at all. Additional training or certification may be required.
‡Kaplan University does not guarantee the transferability of credit. See University Catalog for Transfer of Credit policy.
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