Law Enforcement

Designed for working professionals, LC State’s online Justice Studies degree provides you with the education needed to help further your law enforcement career. 

Obtaining a bachelor's degree can:

  • Expand your knowledge and expertise while sharpening your leadership acumen
  • Give you a competitive edge against applicants who lack educational credentials
  • Help you qualify for a potential salary increase
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POST Certifications and Experience

LC State offers you the opportunity to use POST certifications and work experience to earn credits. Students can earn up to 30 credits through their prior learning experience, saving both time and money!

Challenge Classes Using a Portfolio

A portfolio lets you showcase the college-level learning you've gained from real-world experience. With a portfolio, you can request credit for a specific class. 

Available Justice Studies Classes:

Course Number   Portfolio Assessment Guide Credits  
JS 103

Intro to Criminal Justice

 3
JS 201

Police in America

 3
JS 202

Corrections in America

 3
JS 495

Practicum in Justice Studies

 9

Contact the Adult Learning Program Office

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Justice Studies

Pick from three emphasis areas and carve out a career in law: policing and law enforcement, law and legal system, and corrections and human services.

Faculty Spotlight

Justice Studies Director Dr. Gene Straughan, who has been at LCSC for 30 years. Gene has worked with Asotin County on a Community-Prosecution Grant and the Lewiston Police Department on a Community-Policing Grant funded by the United States Department of Justice