Criminal Justice
What is Criminal Justice?
A criminal justice career pathway is a series of consecutive courses all of which focus on criminal justice. Students who participate in this pathway program will graduate high school prepared to continue their studies and/or enter a career related to criminal justice; including law enforcement, legal/judicial, forensic science, fire science, and crisis/emergency/disaster management.
In Demand Careers
- Forensic Science Technician
- Lawyer*
- Paralegal/Legal Assistant
- Private Detectives & Investigators
- Victim Advocate
*Tier 1 jobs provide a an income that can support a family of three
Source: Colorado Talent Pipeline Report
Criminal Justice Pathway Offerings by School
Explore the schools that offer the Criminal Justice Pathway. Courses vary from school to school. Select a particular school for their career exploration offerings and Work-Based Learning opportunities.
Certification Opportunities
Partner College Programs
Industry Partners & Work-Based Learning
Industry partnerships provide valuable insight for students to gain experience solving business problems with the guidance of mentorship. Work-Based Learning (WBL) courses offer students experiential opportunities to explore careers outside of the classroom including job shadowing and internships.