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    The information presented is an unofficial guide to how courses may transfer. Other factors to consider are grades received in the courses, the year in which the course was taken, and the major pursued after transfer. In all instances, final decisions about acceptance of course credit will be made by Nashville State Community College.

    If you complete the following at Jackson State Community College:

    • Pre-Req: NoneCo-Req: DSPR 0800, DSPW 0800 or acceptable placement scoresAn overview of the U.S. criminal justice system, with an emphasis on the work of law enforcement, the courts, and the corrections system. Attention is given to the development of criminal law from its roots in English common law, as well as to the career options and opportunities available to those currently working or planning to work in law enforcement or another aspect of criminal justice, such as forensics, corrections or the courts.
      Credits
      3.00
      Offered
      Between 8/23/2008 - 7/7/2015

    You may receive up to 3.00 credits at Nashville State Community College:

    • 3 Credits3 Class HoursThe course objective is for a student to examine policing, corrections, and the American court system, amongst other topics. The student gains an understanding of the complexity of the criminal justice processes, its lack of central coordination and, most significantly, how justice is administered in American society.Prerequisites: Level 2 placement in English and Reading
      Credits
      3.00

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    Minimum Grade

    You need a minimum grade of C- to transfer these courses from Jackson State Community College to Nashville State Community College.