Criminal Justice

Upcoming Information Sessions:

Interested in Criminal Justice but unsure if it is for you? Attend a Public Safety Information Sessions to discuss the application process and learn more about the programs. Click on a date/time below to register. Once you've signed up, watch your email for more details on how you can attend either in-person or online, whichever works best for you!

  • TBD | Info session at 5 p.m. | Zoom link to attend online version of info session.

Or click here for a recording of Information Session featuring Criminal Justice, Emergency Medical Services (including EMT), Fire Science (including Firefighter Academy & Wildland Firefighting)

 

For Service. For Community. For Prosperity.

The Criminal Justice program, along with our Fire Science and EMS programs, make up the Public Safety programs at Everett Community College. We partner with other academic departments, such as Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, Physical Education-Health and Wellness, Information Technology, Kinesiology, and Lab Sciences to bring our students a holistic education that prepares them for the dedication, service, and community engagement of Criminal Justice careers.

The Criminal Justice field includes a broad array of careers, agencies, and sectors, included but not limited to:

  • Courts and the Legal System
  • Parole Officers and Legal Advisors
  • Social Services and Advocacy
  • Cybercrime Investigation and Cybersecurity
  • Forensic Sciences
  • Law Enforcement at local police departments and county sheriff offices
  • State agencies, e.g. Washington State Patrol, Department of Fish and Wildlife, Liquor and Cannabis Board
  • Federal agencies including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Homeland Security, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Secret Service, Central Intelligence Agency, National Security Agency, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)
  • Private Security and Consulting

Criminal Justice Degrees and Certificate

EvCC offers two degree options for students interested in criminal justice careers and one certificate.

How to Can I Get Started?

Criminal Justice students may begin taking classes at the college in any quarter, by following these steps:

  • Attend an Information Session (this is optional - details above) to learn more about Criminal Justice careers and the available programs at EvCC
  • Complete Steps to Enroll at Everett Community College, beginning with Admissions: Admissions is no cost or obligation and only takes a few minutes online. Once you have your Student ID#, you may complete Online Orientation, Establish Placement, and Entry Advising, in order to find the courses and program that's right for you!
  • Which classes should I start with? Entry Advising can get you set up with classes for your first 1–2 quarters, so there is no need to make an additional appointment with a program advisor. Please consult our Criminal Justice program map to find the most common courses for a student in our degree program to begin with.
  • Register for Classes: After completing the steps above, register for a class or join a wait list by seeing what is available in the online Class Schedule, and registering using your MyEvCC student account.

Earn College Credit for Your Experience

EvCC may award college credit for learning that has taken place away from the college classroom.
Find out about Prior Learning Assessment.
Find out about Prior Military Training. Military veterans may be able to receive college credit for Criminal Justice related military training. For more information, call 425-388-9517.

Support Services for EvCC Students

EvCC is dedicated to our students' success!
New to EvCC? First time in college or it's been awhile? Prepare yourself by connecting with our many support services!