Everest University offers flexible class schedules, supportive
instructors, and dedicated career services to help you every step
of the way. Everest focuses on hands-on training so that
graduates hit the work force running. Whatever program you
choose, you can rest assured that Everest University is committed
to your future, and your success.
Let's face it, if your career training doesn't prepare you for
actually working in that field from your first day on the job it
doesn't make much sense. And who has time to spend years getting
these skills? You certainly don't.
At Everest, you'll not only find programs in today's hottest
career fields, you'll learn your trade from experienced
instructors who can help you learn exactly what you need to know
to be job-ready your first day.
Whether you're a recent high school graduate or a working adult
looking to change careers, Everest University offers hands-on
training with class schedules designed to meet your needs for
flexibility and convenience. Climb higher in your career with
training from Everest University.
If you struggle with the question of how you will pay for your
education, let our student finance planners help you explore all
of your financing options. We have helped many students identify
and apply for financial aid to help them finish their education.
Financial aid can help you pay for any legitimate school-related
costs, including tuition, books, supplies and basic living
expenses.
Everest University is dedicated to the belief that students
should have the chance to reach their full academic and
professional potential. That's why we provide each student with
small work groups and teachers who are professionals in the
fields they teach. We've also designed each class to help you
understand vital concepts quickly and easily.
Our career services team is dedicated to helping you prepare for
your new career upon graduation. With a strong network of
employers who know the value of our graduates, our career
services team will connect you with job listings and help you
fine-tune your resume and interviewing techniques.
As an Everest University student, you'll have our support from
your first day of enrollment through your entrance into the work
force. Why? Because we want to see you succeed in your education
AND in your career. We believe that a top-notch educational
experience, with personalized attention and support, can
contribute to the overall success of your future.
The Pompano Beach campus is located off the North Federal
Highway, near East Atlantic Blvd. (between 4th and 2nd streets).
The campus is an attractive eight-story building and incorporates
close to 55,000 square-feet including 21 classrooms, four
computer laboratories, one medical laboratory, bookstore, library
and much more.
Associate of Science in Criminal Justice
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The Associate of Science degree in Criminal Justice provides a
broad understanding of the criminal justice system and introduces
law and legal procedures, along with criminal evidence and
criminology.
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
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The Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice enhances the
study of the criminal justice system and expands into areas such
as gang activity, drug operations and criminal justice
management.
Master of Science in Criminal Justice
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Further your knowledge of crime and the criminal justice system
through a comprehensive study in the areas of theory, research
methods and statistics, policy and administration. The program
will prepare you for management positions in probation,
corrections, immigration, law enforcement and security.
The multi-faceted approach prepares you for employment in an
agency or department within the criminal justice community. You
will also broaden your skills by obtaining job-related knowledge
and expertise in the specialized areas of law enforcement
administration, corrections, juvenile justice, drug abuse and
abuse counseling.
The curriculum is designed to provide you with solid leadership
and management skills that are applicable to the many disciplines
of the program. You will gain the tools necessary to identify,
research and solve problems as they relate to the criminal
justice system.
Associate of Science in Homeland Security Specialist
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Due to recent terrorist events, there is an increased demand for
trained safety and security employees throughout the nation. The
Homeland Security Specialist program will provide you with a
solid foundation in planning, implementing, and managing security
operations for an organization. Whether you aid in the prevention
of terrorist attacks or the preparation of emergency procedures,
you can apply your knowledge and expertise to the workplace.
Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security Specialist
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The Homeland Security program will provide you with a solid
foundation in planning, implementing and managing security
operations for an organization. This program evolved out of a
need for increased protection from and awareness of outside
threats to national security. You can embark on a career in a new
field with unlimited employment potential.
The Homeland Security program includes education in areas such as
civil and criminal justice, emergency planning and security
measures, tactical communications, domestic and international
terrorism, and business and ethics for security specialists.
You will acquire the education and skills needed for a career in
corporate or government security. Whether you aid in the
prevention of terrorist attacks or the preparation of emergency
procedures, you can apply your knowledge and expertise to the
workplace.
Associate of Science in Criminal Investigations
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The Criminal Investigations program offers the fundamentals of
crime scene investigation science and theory. After education in
this program, graduates may work in federal, state or local
governments, forensic laboratories, medical examiners' offices,
hospitals, insurance companies, universities, arson investigation
units, homicide investigations or laboratories.
Graduates may also be employed as independent forensic science
consultants, fingerprint technicians, print examiners, forensic
investigators, evidence technician or in private investigation.
Associate of Science in Paralegal
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There is a growing need for paralegals in the legal profession.
The Paralegal program will give you the training you need,
providing a complete overview of practical litigation skills and
tasks. Paralegals continue to assume a growing range of tasks and
perform many of the same jobs as lawyers. You will gain the
necessary tools to provide vital assistance to lawyers, clients
and courts.
Bachelor of Science in Paralegal
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The Paralegal program is designed to prepare students to enter
the legal field as a legal assistant or paralegal. The program
prepares future paralegals to research legal issues, draft legal
documents, prepare pleadings, summarize documents, organize trial
notebooks and interview clients.
The program also focuses on another aspect of the legal field,
contracts. Students learn about the formation of contracts,
breach of contracts and remedies for the breach of contracts.
Estate planning, wills, trusts, estate taxes, estate sales, joint
tenancy and judicial determination of death are also covered.
In addition, the program also covers family law and criminal law.
Family law specializes in divorce, separation, custody, adoption,
guardianship and community property. In criminal law, students
learn about defining common law, statutory crimes and punishment,
classification of crimes, principles of liability by specific
defenses and basic criminal procedure concepts.
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