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Human & Legal Services Degree Programs

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Drive Impact with a Degree in Legal & Human Services

If you’re looking for a career in criminal justice studies or in the human services field, you can choose from a number of degree programs at Bryant & Stratton College that can fit your career goals.

Our associate degree in Criminal Justice Studies provides a foundation for graduates to pursue career opportunities in security, law enforcement, corrections, and other areas of the criminal justice field. Students also have the opportunity to study Criminal Justice Studies at the diploma or bachelor’s degree level.

Additional degrees in Paralegal Studies and Human and Social Services provide students with a wide range of academic options as they seek to further their education in these exciting fields. Learn more about all the programs we offer in the human and legal services fields below. Not all human and legal services degree programs are offered each semester or at all Bryant & Stratton College locations.

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Human & Legal Services Degree Details

At Bryant & Stratton College, we offer degree programs that can give you the skills and knowledge you need to make a difference in your community. Our human services degrees cover topics from psychology and family theory to crisis intervention and conflict resolution. And our legal services degrees provide a foundation in law and critical thinking that can be applied in several different settings. Find the program for you below!

Criminal Justice

A criminal justice degree from Bryant and Stratton College is designed to give you a solid foundation in the theories and practices of criminal justice, while also providing you with real-world experience through internships and field placements. After completing the program, you may pursue a career in law enforcement, corrections, or security.

AAS Criminal Justice Studies

The Associates of Arts in Criminal Justice Studies is a unique program, offering coursework and providing you with real-world experience through internships and field placements.
Criminal Justice & Security Services Diploma

The Criminal Justice & Security Services Diploma provides you with a broad understanding of criminal justice and security, covering the basics of the justice system to advanced topics like juvenile justice.

Legal Studies

Bryant and Stratton College offers an Associate degree in Paralegal Studies and a Legal Office Assistant Diploma. The Diploma program provides you with a broad overview of the legal system, while the Associate degree program focuses on specific areas of law such as torts or criminal law. Each program takes an ethical approach as prescribed by the American Bar Association and the National Federation of Paralegal Associates.

AAS Paralegal Studies

The associate degree in paralegal studies is designed to prepare you for entry-level positions such as a procurement clerk or admissions coordinator in law firms or government and non-profit organizations.
Legal Office Assistant Diploma

The Legal Office Assistant Diploma is a 36-credit hour program that covers topics such as legal research, writing, contract law, and civil litigation that will prepare you to work as a file or legal records clerk.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A degree in human services can help you prepare for a career in a field where helping whole communities and neighborhoods is your priority. From law enforcement and related criminal justice fields to case management roles for community non-profits, the right degree program can help you pursue the service career that speaks to your ambitions.

Depending on the program, your human services degree can help you advance your career in law enforcement, become a professional in a local non-profit, help connect individuals in need with government programs and so much more.

While you might be able to find some entry-level career opportunities without a college-level education, many of the best, most-needed positions will require a relevant degree or diploma. At Bryant & Stratton College, we offer several human service-oriented educational opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.

If you believe in serving the needs of others in your community, a human services degree can be very worth it. Depending on the program, an education in human services can help you gain the skills and insights needed to lead community organizations, work in a non-profit, pursue a job in corrections or advance your law enforcement career.

Yes, criminal justice degrees are found under the umbrella of an education in human services. That’s likely because they are community focused, providing help and protection in times of need. At Bryant & Stratton College, our criminal justice programs are designed to give you the education you need to pursue career opportunities in law enforcement, security, corrections and other fields.

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