| Job Title | Typical Education | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance Managers (opens in new window) | Bachelor Degree | $73,215 |
| Security Managers (opens in new window) | Bachelor Degree | $73,215 |
| Loss Prevention Managers (opens in new window) | Bachelor Degree | $73,215 |
| Labor Relations Specialists (opens in new window) | Bachelor Degree | $83,518 |
| Security Management Specialists (opens in new window) | Bachelor Degree | $86,878 |
| Police Detectives | High School Diploma or More | $122,658 |
| Sheriffs and Deputy Sheriffs | High School Diploma or More | $103,646 |
| Police, Fire, and Ambulance Dispatchers (opens in new window) | High School Diploma or More | $62,069 |
About the Administration of Justice Program
(Criminal Justice)
Santa Monica College’s Administration of Justice program prepares students for careers in local, state, and federal law enforcement; security; and courtroom operations. Our courses familiarize you with the American justice system. Learn about crime causes, the role of administration of justice practitioners, the role of law enforcement, evidence procedures, juvenile procedures, and criminal law. Apply principles of the justice system; constitutional and procedural considerations affecting an arrest and search and seizure; human relations; and concepts of criminal law.
Students completing this program will be prepared to transfer and major in criminal justice. Start and grow in your career in administration of justice and criminal law, and access a broad range of job opportunities.
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Program Paths
Administration of Justice (Criminal Justice)
Certificate of Achievement
This program is designed for students who are interested in pursuing an entry‐level job in the criminal justice field and need a working knowledge of the fundamental concepts in this area. This certificate comprises courses in the introduction to the administration of Justice, criminal law, evidence, criminal investigation and community and the justice system.
Administration of Justice (Criminal Justice)
Associate in Science for Transfer
This degree will prepare you for an entry-level position as a police officer, police assistant, community service officer, or a police reserve officer. Other options include positions in private security, parole, or federal law enforcement agencies.
You will be educated in critical thinking and communication skills, as well as the concepts of criminal law and the fundamentals of administration of justice.
Potential Career Options
Police Identification and Records Officers
Salary: $122,658
Typical Education High School Diploma or More
What We Offer
Administration of Justice (Criminal Justice)
Emergency Management Directors
Salary: $119,482
Typical Education Bachelor Degree
What We Offer
Administration of Justice (Criminal Justice)
First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives
Salary: $150,010
Typical Education High School Diploma or More
What We Offer
Administration of Justice (Criminal Justice)
Resources, Transfer, and Career Opportunities
Student Resources
We know college isn't always easy. We are here to help as you navigate through your SMC journey. This resource connects to information about Financial Aid, Tutoring Services, the Center for Wellness and Wellbeing and much more!
Transfer Preparation
Many colleges and universities offer baccalaureate degrees in this field. Students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university need to know which courses completed at Santa Monica College will be accepted at the specific college/university. Please consult a Counselor. SMC has transfer articulation agreements with the many UC and CSU campuses, as well as many private and out-of-state institutions.
Career Opportunities
Consider scheduling an appointment with a career advisor with knowledge of the marketing profession to discuss internship and jobs as well as steps you can take to become job ready.