Criminal Justice

Program Description
Criminal Justice prepares students for employment in the law enforcement field. The objectives of this course are to encourage law-abiding behavior; to develop informed and responsible citizens; to teach critical thinking and organizational skills; to foster qualities of self-reliance, individual discipline, and leadership. The program prepares students for immediate entry into the private security field, corrections and loss prevention, and provides students with the opportunity to gain valuable experience toward a college degree in law enforcement. Classroom instruction, field trips, and shadowing experiences are all important components of this program.

Available Certifications 
College of Southern Maryland (9 Credits)

Course Sequence
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Advanced Topics in Criminal Justice
Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice, Law, and Society
Criminal Justice Work Based Learning

Sample High School Schedule

  *Note: The schedule above is a sample only. Students should always review course selections with school counselors and refer to the current Charles County Public Schools High School Program of Studies.*

High Schools that Offer the Program
North Point High School- Students apply in 8th grade