Criminal Justice Leadership – Lake Land College

Criminal Justice Leadership (NDP.CJL)

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Find ways to protect your community through the Criminal Justice Leadership program.

This program consists of core criminal justice and business classes that prepare you for a leadership role in a professional agency.

Criminal Justice Leadership is designed for those who wish to play a significant role in establishing safe communities. The criminal justice leadership program inspires students to think critically, make ethical decisions, and act professionally. The program prepares graduates to demonstrate understanding of the philosophical, theoretical, and structural aspects of criminal justice.

Demand for criminal justice professionals is projected to grow 23.8 percent from 2012-2022, faster than average for all other occupations. Some jobs graduates may qualify for include:
• Law enforcement (state or federal)
• Probation officer
• Attorney

Meet the Faculty

A professional photograph of David Chambers.

David Chambers – Criminal Justice Instructor/Coord Criminal Justice Programs

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John McCain – Adjunct Faculty Social Science Division – 217-234-5328 – jmccain2@lakelandcollege.edu

A professional photograph of Brandon Murray.

Brandon Murray – Adjunct Faculty Social Science Division – 217-234-5328 – bmurray@lakelandcollege.edu

A photograph of Jodi Swann.

Jodi Swann – Adjunct Faculty Social Science Division – 217-234-5328 – jswann@lakelandcollege.edu

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Alumni Spotlight

Jessica Porter - Deputy Sheriff
"Lake Land gives you the opportunity to challenge each other and even challenge the teacher. If you understand something different than the teacher, having the opportunity to bounce ideas back and forth is a great way to make sure you understand the material. "

Hands On Experience

You will experience valuable hands-on learning from experts in the field.

Transfer Options

This certificate can be applied toward the associate in applied science degree in Law Enforcement to help expand the student’s credentials and knowledge.

Additional Costs or Information

The Lake Land College Criminal Justice Leadership program tuition and fees are among the most affordable in the state. Additional information can be found on the Financial Aid site.