At Kaplan University, you can train for one of many satisfying
careers in just a matter of months. Our programs are designed
with your future in mind. Each of our programs can provide the
real-world skills and hands-on training you need, bringing you a
step closer to your new career every day.
Kaplan University offers quality programs that integrate general
education, professional skills and career-focused education to
empower students to develop and achieve their personal and career
potentials. We encourage students to reach their potential within
the framework of their individual needs, interests and
capabilities. A strong emphasis is placed on ethics,
accountability, professionalism and the individual's commitment
to pursuing lifelong personal and professional development.
Experienced Faculty
Kaplan University provides excellence in education by hiring
well-prepared, experienced faculty and staff.
High-Tech Facilities
Kaplan University maintains an updated facility that fosters
educational growth in a pleasant and safe environment with
current classroom equipment, library facilities with Internet
access and computer labs;
Tutoring
Kaplan University provides tutoring and advising services to
help students successfully complete their programs of study.
Graduate Placement
Kaplan University provides assistance to eligible graduates in
obtaining employment, and provides classes, workshops and
advisory sessions that teach and guide them through the process
of securing and maintaining employment.
Criminal Justice - Associate's
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The Criminal Justice program was developed in response to
increasing needs in the community and beyond for qualified
members of the profession. The tragic events of September 11 have
dramatically increased the need for qualified criminal justice
professionals in the United States.
The Criminal Justice program offers three areas of emphasis: Law
Enforcement, Corrections and Private Security. In addition to
these fields, criminal justice professionals are employed as
detectives, criminologists, counselors, parole officers, juvenile
social service workers and in many more positions.
Paralegal - Associate's
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The objective of the Paralegal program is to prepare students
with the knowledge, technical skills and work habits required for
an entry-level position in the legal field. The curriculum offers
students a general knowledge of legal concepts, an understanding
of and appreciation for specific areas of substantive law, and
develops technical skills in legal research, writing and
recognition of legal issues.
This program is designed to expose students to the basic legal
principles necessary to function effectively in a law office,
public agency or business environment. Duties for the graduates
of this program will include legal research utilizing computer
assisted legal research, drafting legal documents, conducting
legal investigations and assisting attorneys in trial
preparation.
Criminal Justice - Bachelor's/Advanced Start Bachelor's
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Our criminal justice programs could prepare you for a
professional position in the public or private sectors of law
enforcement, corrections, or security. Upon successful completion
of the program, you may seek future entry-level employment
opportunities in local law enforcement, court system personnel,
private security, federal or state government. Further academy
training may be required.