College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Catalog 2016

112 professions. A community-based research or service project is required. Complete three of the following courses: HCP 6101 All-Hazards Preparedness (3 Credits) (Required before taking any other courses in the concentration) HCP 6102 Communicable Diseases and Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosive (CBRNE), Challenges for Vulnerable Populations (3 Credits) HCP 6103 Legal Issues in Emergency Preparedness for Families and Individuals with Special Needs (3 Credits) HCP 6104 Community Planning, Response, and Recovery for Families and Children (3 Credits) HCP 6105 Special Topics in All-Hazards Preparedness for Vulnerable Populations (3 Credits) Electives (Optional) Please note that typically only one or two electives will be offered each term. Elective courses are offered on a rotating basis. HCP 604 Practicum I (3 credits) HCP 605 Practicum II (6 credits) HCP 606 Practicum III (9 credits) HCP 0612 Thesis I (3 credits) HCP 0613 Thesis II (3 credits) M ASTER OF S CIENCE IN C RIMINAL J USTICE (M.S.) Program Description The M.S. in Criminal Justice trains those interested in law enforcement and the justice system through an interdisciplinary focus. The program prepares students through the core curriculum and allows for exposure to many different subject areas, found in ever burgeoning field of criminal justice, through various specialty tracks. This facilitates choice for students and fosters the development of experience within a particular segment of the field. Additionally, students may choose among elective courses which reflect areas of interest to criminal justice professional. Program Format The online MS in Criminal Justice program requires successful completion of 30 credit hours that includes core courses, concentration courses, and electives. Admission Requirements To be considered for admission to the Master's program in criminal justice, the applicant is required to present evidence of scholastic ability, significant interest in the area of criminal justice for which admissions is sought, personal stability, and sound moral character. Those applying for the Master's program as full degree seeking candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements: 1. baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution 2. A grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher in the last 60 semester hours of undergraduate coursework, or a master’s degree with an overall GPA of 3.0 or better,