For over 30 years, Keiser University has provided
student-centered, quality career education. Keiser University
offers degree programs to prepare students for high-demand
professions. Degrees are offered with a curriculum that is in
pace with technology and workforce demand trends in business,
criminal justice, health care and computer technology. Our
one-class-at-a-time approach allows busy students to focus on
their education and balance the demands of work and family.
At Keiser University, you will find a warm, friendly community
with faculty and staff truly committed to your success. Our small
class sizes, individualized attention and one-class-at-a-time
schedules create a positive learning environment where you can
excel. Whether your goal is to prepare for a new career or to
advance with your current employer, Keiser University is designed
around your needs.
Keiser University's programs and curriculum remain in-line with
technology and workforce trends, helping you develop the skills
and qualifications necessary to succeed in today's job market.
Our career-focused programs make it possible for you to graduate
in less time than you may think.
The Associate of Science in Crime Scene Technology prepares
students for employment in the field of criminalistics. Students
of this program will develop competency in the areas of locating,
preserving, developing, collecting, analyzing and presenting
physical evidence. Students will learn the latest methods used in
the field and lab for forensic identification. The student can
serve as, but is not limited to, a crime scene technician, crime
scene photographer, fingerprint classification specialist, crime
lab assistant, medical examiner investigator, latent print
examiner/trainee, fire inspector/investigator, forensic science
specialist and property and evidence personnel.
Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice
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The Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice degree provides
instruction in current criminal justice-related issues, topics
and trends. Students in this program will be given an inside view
of the operations and processes of law enforcement, the courts
and correctional institutions.
In addition to learning about theory and practice, students will
be exposed to the latest applied technology within each component
of the system. Also, students will have an opportunity to speak
and interact with current criminal justice practitioners. The
program of study will prepare graduates for entry-level
employment positions in the criminal justice field as well as
provide an opportunity for advancement for those already employed
in the criminal justice field.
Associate of Arts in Paralegal Studies
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This program trains students to become an essential part of any
legal team. Students will study and become adept in legal
research, writing and analysis, and also with the interviewing of
clients and witnesses, fact gathering, summarizing trial
evidence, estate administration and property transfer. In this
program, paralegal students also learn to form corporations and
partnerships, conduct and participate in real estate closings,
draft leases and examine mortgages, handle landlord and tenant
relations, draft contracts and partake of product liability and
personal injury cases, as well as participate in other civil and
criminal cases. This program is also available online.
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
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The Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice degree is designed for
students interested in a career in law enforcement, homeland
security, forensic science or related fields that help your
community and nation. This degree program provides instruction in
current criminal justice issues such as law enforcement
operations, the courts and correctional institutions, private
investigations and victim and juvenile counseling.
In addition to learning about theory and practice, students will
gain exposure to the latest applied technology and interact with
practitioners in criminal justice. Career opportunities include
work in police agencies, private investigation agencies, state,
federal and county corrections and probations offices and
corporate loss prevention departments. This program also provides
a strong foundation for students who are interested in continuing
to law school.
Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies
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Keiser University's Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies trains
students for careers in law and law-related fields (business,
government and criminal justice), as well as preparing students
to pursue a law degree. Students learn the necessary information
and skills for successful integration into a law office
atmosphere. They also learn the ways in which the law impacts
most professional fields. This program is also available online.
Master of Arts in Criminal Justice (Online)
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Keiser University's Master of Arts degree in Criminal Justice
provides an intensive study of theory and practice in the field
of criminal justice. The program fosters independent learning and
enables students to contribute intellectually to the corrections,
law enforcement and administration of justice professions.
Students learn to manage components of the criminal justice
system through course work in areas such as correctional systems,
law enforcement, court systems, criminal justice and criminology
theory, juvenile justice, forensic psychology, gender, race, and
crime, professionalism and ethics, criminal justice research, and
management and leadership in criminal justice. Graduates
demonstrate a conceptual understanding of advanced criminal
justice systems and critically analyze and solve problems based
on applied research methods.
Accreditation
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Keiser University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern
Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097: Telephone 404-679-4501) to
award associate's, bachelor's and master's degrees.