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The South Holland and Oak Forest campuses will be closed for 10 consecutive Fridays in the summer (May 31 – August 2). Both college campuses will reopen the following business day.
The field of law enforcement and criminal justice is an exciting and rewarding career choice for those who desire to find employment in a field which offers variety and new challenges on a daily basis. Individuals involved in this field will have the opportunity to make contributions to their community as well as society as a whole! South Suburban College is proud to offer a wide range of curricula to help you on your way to an exciting new career or to augment your skills if you are presently employed in this field.
The mission of the Criminal Justice Program is to provide the student with a foundational understanding of the American Criminal Justice System so as to place them in a position to enhance their ability to become employed, or to advance their career, as a law enforcement or correctional officer.
See SELF SERVICE web page.
Criminal Justice System AAS Degree (CJS.AAS)
This degree is for those desiring employment with, or upgrading of their skills for, police agencies, correctional facilities, or security companies.
Corrections Officer/
Youth Supervisor Option (CJS.AAS.CORR)
This program is for those interested in working in correctional settings, including youth facilities, penitentiaries, jails, and probation and parole settings.
Upcoming Events
Maryam Ahmad
Legal Studies Adjunct Professor
Professor Ahmad is an Associate Judge in the Pre-Trial Division at Leighton Criminal Court Building and has served many positions and appointments in Cook County Court system. Recently, Chicago’s CBS2 interviewed Judge Ahmad about how she decides defendants bonds.
If you have a question that is not answered above, fill out this form and someone will get in touch with you.
Becky Hougesen Walters, J.D.
Paralegal/Criminal Justice Coordinator