{"id":890,"date":"2022-06-01T21:04:50","date_gmt":"2022-06-01T21:04:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.tarleton.edu\/extensioned\/?page_id=890"},"modified":"2025-11-06T23:56:44","modified_gmt":"2025-11-06T23:56:44","slug":"certificate-programs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/extendeded\/certificate-programs\/","title":{"rendered":"Crime Analysis Certificate Programs"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"n2_clear\"><ss3-force-full-width data-overflow-x=\"body\" data-horizontal-selector=\"body\"><ss3-fullpage data-based-on=\"real\" data-threshold=\"150\"><div class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore  n2_clear\" data-ssid=\"16\"><div id=\"n2-ss-16-align\" class=\"n2-ss-align\"><div class=\"n2-padding\"><div id=\"n2-ss-16\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" data-responsive=\"fullpage\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2notransition  \">\n        <div class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2-ow\">\n            <div class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\">\n        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href=\"https:\/\/epay.tarleton.edu\/C20203_ustores\/web\/store_cat.jsp?STOREID=12&amp;CATID=178\"><div><div>Register Now<\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <\/div><ss3-loader><\/ss3-loader><\/div><\/div><div class=\"n2_clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/ss3-fullpage><\/ss3-force-full-width><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:24px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0304493d6f5d53a09ffda632f78722dc\"><strong>Advance Your Career\u2014Without the Commitment of a Full Degree<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-07d8ffea92d2dc955faf137013980ea4\">Tarleton Extended Education offers flexible, non-credit certificate programs designed for professionals who want to build specialized skills without enrolling in a full undergraduate or graduate program. Whether you&#8217;re looking to enhance your resume, pivot into crime analysis, or gain practical tools for law enforcement and public safety, our certificate programs are built to support your growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7aed36f165b23d2d48f0f22dcf1f34de\">Explore hands-on, career-focused training that fits your schedule\u2014and your goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Undergraduate Certificate in Crime Analysis<\/strong>&nbsp;&#8211; This program is offered through the School of Criminology, Criminal Justice, and Public Administration in partnership with the Texas Law Enforcement Analyst Network (TXLEAN). The program consists of five undergraduate-level courses.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Graduate Certificate in Crime Analysis&nbsp;<\/strong>&#8211; This program is offered through the School of Criminology, Criminal Justice, and Public Administration in partnership with the Texas Law Enforcement Analyst Network (TXLEAN). The program consists of four graduate-level courses. Enrollment in this program requires proof of a bachelor&#8217;s degree.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:24px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-container advgb-blocks-container\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-container alignfull advgb-blocks-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-tarleton-purple-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-texan-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5464cfbfa42db052815e5b1912aa3861\">Applied Crime Analysis: Online Certificate Programs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-tarleton-texan-teal-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a124e94c6658452a0f68a88e8046d1b6\">100% Online | Fall 2025 Registration Now Open<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:27px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:51px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-e07e99ef wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-texan-white-color has-tarleton-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-60f56761ec688b46bc77aa4d9487ac31\">Certificates in Crime Analysis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#6c6d704d\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow 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\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-07cfa201f90e062ac26a9a08751baf4f\">Tarleton State University offers fully online&nbsp;<strong>Undergraduate and Graduate Certificates in Crime Analysis<\/strong>, designed to equip law enforcement professionals and criminal justice students with essential skills for modern, data-driven policing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-755dacda23997d9e6fee34e05bd710f2\">Developed in partnership with the&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.txlean.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.txlean.com\/\">Texas Law Enforcement Analyst Network (TXLEAN)<\/a>,<\/strong> the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.iaca.net\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.iaca.net\/\"><strong>Texas chapter of the International Association of Crime Analysts (IACA)<\/strong>,<\/a> both programs combine criminological theory with practical experience using industry-standard software for crime mapping, spatial analysis, and predictive policing techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8d20b0729485d172dbde91093673ddbe\">100% online, with start dates in&nbsp;<strong>January, May, or August<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ca114cd927efc1aa8385a32b696fc0df\"><strong>Undergraduate Certificate<\/strong>: 5 courses | $1,000 | Complete in 3 semesters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-69b99ce127879be99b027e2ba4ce30ce\"><strong>Graduate Certificate<\/strong>: 4 courses | $1,200 | Complete in 2 semesters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f2f9fc52368f905edd6107aabc26e10b\">Gain hands-on experience in crime analysis, mapping, and agency-specific reporting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Crime Analysis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d5aeb0ad54d1ede00aee6b1cc8f9f612\">Crime analysis is the systematic study of crime and disorder problems to support law enforcement decision-making, crime prevention, and community safety efforts. Crime analysts gather and evaluate data from police reports, calls for service, and other sources to identify patterns, trends, and emerging issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6e4b651724570da34bf426d4e8231f6b\">By using tools such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS), statistical modeling, and intelligence analysis, crime analysts can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pinpoint crime \u201chot spots\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Predict where crimes are likely to occur<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assist investigators in linking related cases<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help police agencies deploy resources efficiently<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:16px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b099285de1ef6f5e311c083f53fe76aa\">Crime analysis plays a critical role in modern policing, bridging the gap between raw data and&nbsp;actionable strategies that make communities safer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordions advgb-accordions-a93a0d50-8cce-4362-b8bb-5c1d4f2d13b5 advgb-accordion-wrapper\" data-collapsed=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#4f2d7f;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M13,7h-2v4H7v2h4v4h2v-4h4v-2h-4V7z M12,2C6.48,2,2,6.48,2,12s4.48,10,10,10s10-4.48,10-10S17.52,2,12,2z M12,20 c-4.41,0-8-3.59-8-8s3.59-8,8-8s8,3.59,8,8S16.41,20,12,20z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h3 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\">Required Coursework<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordions advgb-accordions-882130f8-5e1f-4c90-bdec-e09619356cd1 advgb-accordion-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#8e7db3;color:#000000;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M12,5.83L15.17,9l1.41-1.41L12,3L7.41,7.59L8.83,9L12,5.83z M12,18.17L8.83,15l-1.41,1.41L12,21l4.59-4.59L15.17,15 L12,18.17z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h4 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\">Undergraduate Certificate<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Undergraduate Required Coursework (5)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c5a35bca52958756877b729bb69c61db\"><strong><strong>CRIJ 3370<\/strong><\/strong>: <strong>Introduction to Crime Analysis<\/strong>&nbsp;(offered Fall semester only)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This course provides the requisite skills needed for efficient data management. The manipulation and conversion of crime data to useful information is a basic requisite to accomplish data-driven management and support intelligence-led policing. Several data management applications are examined including Microsoft Excel and Access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-77741aaae639178af13064ee0a6a93a0\"><strong><strong>CRIJ 3371:<\/strong><\/strong> <strong>Introduction to Crime Mapping<\/strong>&nbsp;(offered Spring semester only)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This course provides the conceptual background and practical skills to design and implement GIS-based analysis of community crime problems. The theory, logic, and practical applications of mapping and analysis are examined with a focus on developing a knowledge base, skills, and integration of concepts that are applicable to crime detection and prevention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6c5a3b143d3597c04020320b6b5f4c61\"><strong>CRIJ 4316<\/strong>: <strong>Methods of Criminal Justice Research<\/strong>&nbsp;(offered Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This course is a study of scientific research methods used in the criminal justice system. It includes a review and critique of research on crime causation, law enforcement, courts, and corrections. Emphasis will be placed on quantitative research methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-66ab444c353f9c9034a65917d6c1d548\"><strong>CRIJ 4318<\/strong>: <strong>Criminal Justice Statistics<\/strong>&nbsp;(offered Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This course is a study of basic and advanced descriptive and inferential statistics with an emphasis on applications in the criminal justice system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-296ca24f469706363537e1500f79b161\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Field Experience<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Choice of Field Experience in Crime Analysis OR Criminology<\/strong>: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-73139be5e774a96db33cc3ceeee61b94\"><strong>CRIJ 4332: Field Experience in Crime Analysis<\/strong>&nbsp;(offered Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters)\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Application and integration of academic content and development of skills within a criminal justice setting. Entry into this course will be arranged with the internship coordinator OR students may take&nbsp;<strong>Criminology<\/strong>&nbsp;instead.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-20ab1add06dba4587a5b8acc236e757e\"><strong>CRIJ 3305: Criminology<\/strong>&nbsp;(offered Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters) \n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Study and critical appraisal of various theories of crime causation, including an examination of classical, biological, psychological, and sociological perspectives on the etiology of crime.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#8e7db3;color:#000000;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M12,5.83L15.17,9l1.41-1.41L12,3L7.41,7.59L8.83,9L12,5.83z M12,18.17L8.83,15l-1.41,1.41L12,21l4.59-4.59L15.17,15 L12,18.17z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h4 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\">Graduate Certificate<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Graduate Required Coursework (4)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-33d684c2aa42982e1d3705dae7a5ef0d\"><strong>CRIJ 5364: Introduction to Crime Analysis<\/strong>&nbsp;(offered Fall semester only)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This course provides the requisite skills needed for efficient data management. The manipulation and conversion of crime data to useful information is a basic requisite to accomplish data-driven management and support intelligence-led policing. Several data management applications are examined including Microsoft Excel and Access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9b3cfe2142a5f07c748f7a721f6a73a8\"><strong>CRIJ 5363: Introduction to Crime Mapping<\/strong>&nbsp;(offered Spring semester only)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This course provides the conceptual background and practical skills to design and implement GIS-based analysis of community crime problems. The theory, logic, and practical applications of mapping and analysis are examined with a focus on developing a knowledge base, skills, and integration of concepts that are applicable to crime detection and prevention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-59aff29ae7e10986ed1f5ce3fd391579\"><strong>CRIJ 5398: Applied Research Design 1&nbsp;<\/strong>(offered Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This course is a study of scientific research methods used in the criminal justice system. It includes a review and critique of research on crime causation, law enforcement, courts, and corrections. Emphasis will be placed on quantitative research methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-12f76578a02aa633743f18f8d83251bd\"><strong>CRIJ 5300: Applied Data Analysis for Criminal Justice 1<\/strong>&nbsp;(offered Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This course is a study of basic and advanced descriptive and inferential statistics with an emphasis on applications in the criminal justice system.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#6c6d7030\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-testimonial advgb-testimonial-wrapper\" id=\"advgb-testimonial-58e739d9-6ddc-477e-97c5-d49fe04fbbc9\"><div class=\"advgb-testimonial advgb-avatar-top\"><div class=\"advgb-testimonial-item\"><div class=\"advgb-testimonial-avatar-group\"><div class=\"advgb-testimonial-avatar\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/extendeded\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/152\/2024\/01\/Profile-Picture-300x400.jpg);background-color:#4f2d7f;border-radius:50%;border-width:undefinedpx;border-color:#4f2d7f;width:120px;height:120px\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"advgb-testimonial-info\"><h4 class=\"advgb-testimonial-name\" style=\"color:#000000\">Bobbie Sheppard<\/h4><p class=\"advgb-testimonial-position\" style=\"color:#000000\">Past Student &#8211; Graduate certificate in crime analysis <\/p><p class=\"advgb-testimonial-desc\" style=\"color:#000000\">The courses weren&#8217;t just theoretical; they were practical, hands-on workshops where we learned to dissect crime data and identify patterns and trends hidden within numbers. The certificate wasn&#8217;t just about skills; it was about perspective. It challenged me to see beyond the headlines, to understand the social, economic, and environmental factors that contribute to crime. It taught me to be a critical thinker, to question assumptions, and to use data not just to catch criminals, but to prevent crime in the first place. So, if you&#8217;re looking for a challenge, a chance to make a real difference, and a career that&#8217;s both intellectually stimulating and deeply rewarding, I urge you to consider the Crime Analysis Certificate.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"advgb-testimonial-item\"><div class=\"advgb-testimonial-avatar-group\"><div class=\"advgb-testimonial-avatar\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/extendeded\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/152\/2025\/07\/MyPic-403x400.png);background-color:#4f2d7f;border-radius:50%;border-width:undefinedpx;border-color:#4f2d7f;width:120px;height:120px\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"advgb-testimonial-info\"><h4 class=\"advgb-testimonial-name\" style=\"color:#000000\">Angela Molder<\/h4><p class=\"advgb-testimonial-position\" style=\"color:#000000\">Past Student &#8211; Graduate certificate in crime analysis<\/p><p class=\"advgb-testimonial-desc\" style=\"color:#000000\">As a newly appointed Crime Data Analyst, completing the courses required for the Crime Analysis Certificate Program significantly enhanced my practical skill set. Throughout each semester, I deepened my understanding of how to analyze data effectively and interpret its relevance within the field of crime analysis. The program emphasized real-world applications, enabling me to connect theoretical knowledge with actual investigative practices. One of the most valuable aspects of the program was the experience with software that is currently used by law enforcement agencies across the country. This hands-on practice made the program especially relevant and beneficial. I highly recommend it to anyone entering the field or looking to strengthen their foundational skills as a Crime Analyst.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"information\">For questions about the <strong>registration process<\/strong>, please contact Extended Education office at<strong> <a style=\"color:white;text-decoration:underline!important\" href=\"mailto:extensioned@tarleton.edu\">extendeded@tarleton.edu<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-texan-white-color has-tarleton-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-dfe4713d9b2d6c717b2e701f27b6c9da\">Career Outlook<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:27px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-22f3004cf0a3b3a60e6a5a0a0ac84b5c\">Demand for crime analysts is&nbsp;<strong>on the rise<\/strong>&nbsp;as agencies move toward&nbsp;<strong>data-driven policing<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2f8a87b35c345f8dc3f687ce0c666494\"><strong>Career paths include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5f255f4d588f12c8e8064d966e7f97ad\">\n<li>Local, state, and federal law enforcement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Intelligence and homeland security agencies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Private security and corporate risk teams<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Research, policy, and nonprofit organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ba54904b21787044e60d90ec81e48236\"><strong>Salary range:<\/strong>\u00a0Typically,\u00a0<strong>$50,000\u2013$90,000+<\/strong>\u00a0annually, depending on experience, location, and agency size.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7850d97b9fbc527d79792a16d7259a87\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.glassdoor.com\/Salaries\/crime-analyst-salary-SRCH_KO0,13.htm\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.glassdoor.com\/Salaries\/crime-analyst-salary-SRCH_KO0,13.htm\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Crime Analyst Salary Range<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fd58fd1403b3c7d3b9c96cb17599b129\"><strong>Growth trends:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d5b24ebab85d3aabeca67a625363113f\">The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects employment for related roles such as operations research analysts to grow&nbsp;<strong>23% from 2022\u20132032<\/strong>\u2014much faster than average (BLS, 2024).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Data science and analytics roles across industries are also projected to expand significantly, driven by demand for evidence-based decision-making (BLS, 2024).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-67585f6fbada4529deb6e385ca928b85\">With agencies nationwide investing in&nbsp;<strong>predictive policing<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>real-time crime centers<\/strong>, now is the perfect time to enter this high-impact, future-focused profession.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-263789b8e46989a9fe708b5cc80007c2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/math\/operations-research-analysts.htm\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/math\/operations-research-analysts.htm\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Operations Research Analysts<\/span><\/a><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:62px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-texan-white-color has-tarleton-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-85c960df31e4a20dc8376877495f6765\">Meet our Instructors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#6c6d7030\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:23% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"268\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/extendeded\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/152\/2025\/09\/Dr.-Kenneth-Reynolds.jpg\" alt=\"Elderly man in a plaid shirt standing in front of a window. \" class=\"wp-image-5364 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/extendeded\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/152\/2025\/09\/Dr.-Kenneth-Reynolds.jpg 268w, https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/extendeded\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/152\/2025\/09\/Dr.-Kenneth-Reynolds-251x300.jpg 251w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 268px) 100vw, 268px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dr. Michael Reynolds\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Kenneth Michael Reynolds is a seasoned criminal justice scholar and practitioner with over 12 years of direct law enforcement experience and a distinguished career in crime analysis and policing innovation. As Principal Investigator on numerous federally and locally funded initiatives, Dr. Reynolds has led pioneering efforts in law enforcement data sharing, crime mapping, and intelligence-led policing, including the development of the Florida Law Enforcement Data Sharing Consortium and the FINDER system. His research and consulting have directly supported agencies such as the Orange County Sheriff\u2019s Office and the U.S. Department of Justice, enhancing operational efficiency and investigative success. A prolific contributor to the field, Dr. Reynolds has authored multiple peer-reviewed studies on police practices, juvenile curfews, and community policing, and has trained law enforcement professionals across the U.S. and internationally.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:23% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"404\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/extendeded\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/152\/2025\/09\/Laura-Weaver.png\" alt=\"Woman smiling with red hair in front of NAmerican Flag.\" class=\"wp-image-5363 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/extendeded\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/152\/2025\/09\/Laura-Weaver.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/extendeded\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/152\/2025\/09\/Laura-Weaver-223x300.png 223w, https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/extendeded\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/152\/2025\/09\/Laura-Weaver-297x400.png 297w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Laura Weaver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Laura has been teaching Introduction to Crime Analysis since Fall 2020. She holds both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts in Criminal Justice\/Criminology from the University of Texas at Arlington. With over 17 years of experience as a Crime and Intelligence Analyst in the Dallas\/Fort Worth area, Laura brings real-world expertise to the classroom and is passionate about sharing the insights she has gained throughout her career.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:27px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"information has-texan-white-color has-tarleton-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background\">For questions about the undergraduate or graduate certificate program, please contact Dr. Olga Semukhina at at <a style=\"color:white;text-decoration:underline!important\" href=\"mailto:extensioned@tarleton.edu\">semukhina@tarleton.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:0px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:51px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading advgb-dyn-19375b86\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions-00701773-e0cc-400f-9c4c-c92cf695546b\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordions advgb-accordions-cf08a9e0-7e95-495f-885b-19f779614ee9 advgb-accordion-wrapper advgb-dyn-f4ed7539\" data-collapsed=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item advgb-dyn-a937663f\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#000;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M12,5.83L15.17,9l1.41-1.41L12,3L7.41,7.59L8.83,9L12,5.83z M12,18.17L8.83,15l-1.41,1.41L12,21l4.59-4.59L15.17,15 L12,18.17z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h3 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\">Questions about Enrollment and Admissions<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordions advgb-accordions-dcfe3e7a-eadc-478a-89ce-69bb3d51c842 advgb-accordion-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#4f2d7f;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M13,7h-2v4H7v2h4v4h2v-4h4v-2h-4V7z M12,2C6.48,2,2,6.48,2,12s4.48,10,10,10s10-4.48,10-10S17.52,2,12,2z M12,20 c-4.41,0-8-3.59-8-8s3.59-8,8-8s8,3.59,8,8S16.41,20,12,20z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h4 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\"><strong>What is the process for enrollment?<\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<p>If a student does not already have a Texan ID (Tarleton State Issued ID), the Registrar sends their information to Admissions for a quick admit. Once admitted, students are enrolled in a non-credit section cross-listed with the credit course and then added to Canvas.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#4f2d7f;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M13,7h-2v4H7v2h4v4h2v-4h4v-2h-4V7z M12,2C6.48,2,2,6.48,2,12s4.48,10,10,10s10-4.48,10-10S17.52,2,12,2z M12,20 c-4.41,0-8-3.59-8-8s3.59-8,8-8s8,3.59,8,8S16.41,20,12,20z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h4 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\"><strong>How do I submit proof of a bachelor\u2019s degree?<\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<p>Proof is typically submitted by emailing an undergraduate transcript to the shared program email. This is tracked internally to confirm eligibility.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#4f2d7f;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M13,7h-2v4H7v2h4v4h2v-4h4v-2h-4V7z M12,2C6.48,2,2,6.48,2,12s4.48,10,10,10s10-4.48,10-10S17.52,2,12,2z M12,20 c-4.41,0-8-3.59-8-8s3.59-8,8-8s8,3.59,8,8S16.41,20,12,20z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h4 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\"><strong>Will I receive confirmation or onboarding instructions?<\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<p>Yes. Students are sent onboarding instructions, including how to claim their Texan ID and access Canvas. If you haven\u2019t received these, contact the <a href=\"mailto:registrar@tarleton.edu\">Registrar<\/a> or <a href=\"mailto:semukhina@tarleton.edu\">program coordinator<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#4f2d7f;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M13,7h-2v4H7v2h4v4h2v-4h4v-2h-4V7z M12,2C6.48,2,2,6.48,2,12s4.48,10,10,10s10-4.48,10-10S17.52,2,12,2z M12,20 c-4.41,0-8-3.59-8-8s3.59-8,8-8s8,3.59,8,8S16.41,20,12,20z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h4 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\"><strong>What is the application deadline, and how do I apply?<\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<p>Deadlines vary by term. Applications are submitted through the university\u2019s graduate portal. For assistance, contact the program coordinator, <a href=\"mailto:semukhina@tarleton.edu\">Dr. Olga Semukhina<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item advgb-dyn-f01290e6\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#000;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M12,5.83L15.17,9l1.41-1.41L12,3L7.41,7.59L8.83,9L12,5.83z M12,18.17L8.83,15l-1.41,1.41L12,21l4.59-4.59L15.17,15 L12,18.17z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h3 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\">Questions about Course Planning &amp; Structure<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordions advgb-accordions-eac25dc6-3545-4d8c-ad21-2900fb65d5c6 advgb-accordion-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#4f2d7f;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M13,7h-2v4H7v2h4v4h2v-4h4v-2h-4V7z M12,2C6.48,2,2,6.48,2,12s4.48,10,10,10s10-4.48,10-10S17.52,2,12,2z M12,20 c-4.41,0-8-3.59-8-8s3.59-8,8-8s8,3.59,8,8S16.41,20,12,20z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h4 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\"><strong><strong>Can I take multiple courses per semester?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<p>Yes. Many students take 1\u20132 courses per semester. For example, one student planned to take&nbsp;<em>Introduction to Crime <\/em>Mapping and&nbsp;<em>Research Methods I<\/em>&nbsp;in Spring, followed by&nbsp;<em>Crime Analysis<\/em>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<em>Statistics<\/em>&nbsp;in the Fall.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#4f2d7f;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M13,7h-2v4H7v2h4v4h2v-4h4v-2h-4V7z M12,2C6.48,2,2,6.48,2,12s4.48,10,10,10s10-4.48,10-10S17.52,2,12,2z M12,20 c-4.41,0-8-3.59-8-8s3.59-8,8-8s8,3.59,8,8S16.41,20,12,20z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h4 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\"><strong><strong>How should I plan my course load each semester?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<p>Students often begin with foundational courses like&nbsp;<em>Introduction to Crime Analysis<\/em>&nbsp;and pair them with complementary subjects. Two courses per semester is the most common load.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#4f2d7f;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M13,7h-2v4H7v2h4v4h2v-4h4v-2h-4V7z M12,2C6.48,2,2,6.48,2,12s4.48,10,10,10s10-4.48,10-10S17.52,2,12,2z M12,20 c-4.41,0-8-3.59-8-8s3.59-8,8-8s8,3.59,8,8S16.41,20,12,20z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h4 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\"><strong><strong>Can I start the program in the summer?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<p>Yes, some students begin with&nbsp;<em>Methods of Criminal Justice Research<\/em>&nbsp;in the summer, though starting in the fall with&nbsp;<em>Introduction to Crime Analysis<\/em>&nbsp;is also common.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#4f2d7f;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M13,7h-2v4H7v2h4v4h2v-4h4v-2h-4V7z M12,2C6.48,2,2,6.48,2,12s4.48,10,10,10s10-4.48,10-10S17.52,2,12,2z M12,20 c-4.41,0-8-3.59-8-8s3.59-8,8-8s8,3.59,8,8S16.41,20,12,20z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h4 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\"><strong><strong>Are the courses self-paced, or do they require live attendance?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<p>The courses are online and typically asynchronous, allowing flexibility. However, some may include scheduled activities or deadlines.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#4f2d7f;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M13,7h-2v4H7v2h4v4h2v-4h4v-2h-4V7z M12,2C6.48,2,2,6.48,2,12s4.48,10,10,10s10-4.48,10-10S17.52,2,12,2z M12,20 c-4.41,0-8-3.59-8-8s3.59-8,8-8s8,3.59,8,8S16.41,20,12,20z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h4 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\"><strong><strong><strong>Is the program fully online?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<p>Yes, the certificate is offered entirely online for maximum flexibility.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#4f2d7f;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M13,7h-2v4H7v2h4v4h2v-4h4v-2h-4V7z M12,2C6.48,2,2,6.48,2,12s4.48,10,10,10s10-4.48,10-10S17.52,2,12,2z M12,20 c-4.41,0-8-3.59-8-8s3.59-8,8-8s8,3.59,8,8S16.41,20,12,20z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h4 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>How long does it take to complete the certificate?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<p>Most students complete the program in 2\u20133 semesters depending on course load.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item advgb-dyn-f01290e6\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#000;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M12,5.83L15.17,9l1.41-1.41L12,3L7.41,7.59L8.83,9L12,5.83z M12,18.17L8.83,15l-1.41,1.41L12,21l4.59-4.59L15.17,15 L12,18.17z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h3 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\">Questions about Course Planning &amp; Structure<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordions advgb-accordions-7c8b17bf-4497-4ad0-ab17-403c6fa7942c advgb-accordion-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#4f2d7f;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M13,7h-2v4H7v2h4v4h2v-4h4v-2h-4V7z M12,2C6.48,2,2,6.48,2,12s4.48,10,10,10s10-4.48,10-10S17.52,2,12,2z M12,20 c-4.41,0-8-3.59-8-8s3.59-8,8-8s8,3.59,8,8S16.41,20,12,20z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h4 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\"><strong><strong><strong>What kind of job preparation does the certificate offer?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<p>The program prepares students for roles in crime analysis, including mapping, data interpretation, and law enforcement collaboration. Guest speakers and faculty often share real-world insights&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#4f2d7f;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M13,7h-2v4H7v2h4v4h2v-4h4v-2h-4V7z M12,2C6.48,2,2,6.48,2,12s4.48,10,10,10s10-4.48,10-10S17.52,2,12,2z M12,20 c-4.41,0-8-3.59-8-8s3.59-8,8-8s8,3.59,8,8S16.41,20,12,20z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h4 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\"><strong><strong><strong>Will this certificate prepare me for a job in crime analysis?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<p>Yes, the program is designed to equip students with essential skills in crime mapping, data analysis, and law enforcement collaboration. Additional software training may be beneficial depending on your career path.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#4f2d7f;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M13,7h-2v4H7v2h4v4h2v-4h4v-2h-4V7z M12,2C6.48,2,2,6.48,2,12s4.48,10,10,10s10-4.48,10-10S17.52,2,12,2z M12,20 c-4.41,0-8-3.59-8-8s3.59-8,8-8s8,3.59,8,8S16.41,20,12,20z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h4 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\"><strong><strong><strong>Should I pursue the undergraduate or graduate certificate?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<p>If you already hold a bachelor\u2019s degree and are seeking advanced skills, the graduate certificate is recommended.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-accordion-item advgb-accordion-item\" style=\"margin-bottom:15px\"><div class=\"advgb-accordion-header\" style=\"background-color:#4f2d7f;color:#eee;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;border-radius:2px\"><span class=\"advgb-accordion-header-icon\"><svg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"none\" d=\"M0,0h24v24H0V0z\"><\/path><path d=\"M13,7h-2v4H7v2h4v4h2v-4h4v-2h-4V7z M12,2C6.48,2,2,6.48,2,12s4.48,10,10,10s10-4.48,10-10S17.52,2,12,2z M12,20 c-4.41,0-8-3.59-8-8s3.59-8,8-8s8,3.59,8,8S16.41,20,12,20z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h4 class=\"advgb-accordion-header-title\" style=\"color:inherit\"><strong><strong><strong>Who oversees the certificate program?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"advgb-accordion-body\" style=\"border-style:solid !important;border-width:1px !important;border-color:undefined !important;border-top:none !important;border-radius:2px !important\">\n<p>The program is managed by faculty within the Department of Criminal Justice. 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