The Certificate of Proficiency in Victim Advocacy provides a strong theoretical and applied foundation for those interested in assisting victims of crime. This interdisciplinary program builds upon the basic elements of the American criminal justice system by incorporating coursework from allied social sciences disciplines relevant to crime, courts, and human dynamics.
Degree Requirements
The curriculum includes 21 total hours depending upon which elective classes you decide to take. All CJ students are encouraged to meet with a CJ faculty advisor annually for course and program advisement. The can answer questions about general education requirements.
Grade Requirements: A minimum grade of “C” in all courses counted towards the completion of the certificate (no “C-” or lower grades allowed).
Program Requirements: Students obtaining this certificate are required to complete 21 credit hours.
If you are in a catalog year prior to 2025, please review the .
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Required Core Courses (12 credit hours)
- CJ 1010 - Introduction to Criminal Justice (3 credits)
- CJ 2400 - Criminal Court Process (3)
- CJ 3300 - Victimology (3)
- CJ 4860 INT - Victim Advocacy Capstone (3)
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Elective Courses (9 credit hours)
Select nine credit hours from the following:
- CJ 1340 - Criminal Investigation (3)
- CJ 1350 - Introduction to Forensic Science (3)
- CJ 2350 - Laws of Evidence (3)
- CJ 3620 - Essential Skills for Criminal Justice Professionals (3)
- COMM 2110 HU CEL - Interpersonal and Small Group Communication (3)
- COMM 2550 - Communication in Professional Settings (3)
- FAM 4400 - The Family in Stress (3)
- PSY 1010 SS - Introductory Psychology (3)
- PSY 2020 - Mental Health Awareness (3)
- PSY 3850 - Forensic Psychology (3)
- SOC 1020 SS/CC - Contemporary Social Issues (3)
- SOC 3000 - Self and Society (3)
- SW 1010 SS CEL - Introduction to Generalist Social Work (3)
- SW 2100 SS - Human Behavior and the Social Environment I (3)
- SW 2200 SS/CC - Issues in Diversity (3)
- SW 4265 - Crisis Intervention and Trauma (3)
