Connecting Your Future

Criminal Justice Programs

Both the Gillette College Criminal Justice AA and AS programs are designed to serve in-service criminal justice practitioners, pre-service students who desire immediate employment after graduation, students who wish to transfer to a four-year institution to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, and those interested in criminal justice-related topics. It is designed primarily for transfer to a four-year institution.

These Criminal Justice programs are designed to prepare students for success in a number of career pathways. Our small class sizes and experienced faculty give students the individualized attention they need to succeed. Our students also have the opportunity to participate in hands-on projects and internships. If you are interested in a career in Criminal Justice, Gillette College is a great option. 

Why Choose the Gillette College Criminal Justice Programs?

  • Experienced faculty:  Our faculty have years of experience across the entire criminal justice system including such specialty areas as criminal investigation, crime scene analysis, law enforcement supervision, and complex criminal litigation.
  • Small class sizes:  Our small class sizes allow for more individualized attention. Students have the opportunity to ask questions and get help from the instructor when they need it.
  • Depth of curriculum:  Regardless of an individual’s intended career path, our wide array of courses help prepare students for success in all facets of the criminal justice field.
Tom Malone

Criminal Justice Faculty
307-681-6155

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BA, Metropolitan State University of Denver
MA, Criminal Justice, University of Colorado

Careers & Opportunities

Our Gillette College instructor has years of experience working in all facets of law enforcement, criminal investigations, and criminal litigation support. This means that students will learn not only the theoretical principles of law and criminal justice but also how to apply them to real-world situations and scenarios.

Career Paths for Criminal Justice Graduates
  • Police Officer
  • Sheriff’s Deputy
  • Highway Patrol Officer
  • Detention Officer
  • Corrections Officer
  • Probation Officer
  • Parole Officer
  • Emergency Services Dispatcher
  • Victim Services
  • Court Services Officer
  • Defense Investigator

Paying for College

Students are invited to complete the Gillette College general scholarship application for potential funding opportunities for additional assistance in educational costs.