Criminal Justice
2 Year Program
Harkness, Kenton, Potter
Students will learn criminal and civil law, vehicle and traffic law, arrest and court procedures, report writing and professional communication skills. Topics of study include: interviewing skills, self-defense, emergency response, security, fingerprinting,
civil rights, courts and corrections, and forensics. Students will participate in community service projects, participate in guest speaker presentations, conduct physical conditioning exercises, learn patrolling skills, collect evidence and crime scene investigation tactics.
Program Highlights
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Network and interact with criminal justice professionals at
local, county, state, and federal agencies. - Class includes guest speakers, field trips, and internships.
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Complete the program with the traits needed to be a
criminal justice professional, including discipline, integrity,
and professionalism. -
Develop a career plan for you area of interest, including
college and career planning.
College Agreements
- Bryant & Stratton College
- Canisius University
- Hilbert College
- SUNY Niagara
- Niagara University
- SUNY Canton
- SUNY Erie
- Villa Maria College
- Large class size (24+)
- Students will participate in physical training activities.
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Students are required to work independently and
collaboratively in groups.
- Respectful of other people’s ideas and beliefs
- Able to handle sensitive content related to Criminal Justice
- Able to problem-solve and think creatively
- Strong verbal communication/public speaking/debating
- Strong reading comprehension
- Strong writing skills
- Strong moral and ethical character
Instructor Information
Harkness Career & Technical Center
(716) 961-4070
Paul Rzadkiewicz
Kenton Career & Technical Center
(716) 961-4010
John Manth
Potter Career & Technical Center
(716) 821-7331
Scott Grandits
Dan Robinson