Criminal Justice

Course Info

•Criminal Justice Level I - Course #8702 •Criminal Justice Level II - Course #8703

Course Description

Level I Course Description

Students are introduced to the legal foundations and processes, and the principles, techniques, and practices for exploring careers within the criminal justice system.

Level II Course Description

Students learn the legal foundations and processes, the principles, techniques, and practices for exploring careers within the criminal justice system, and the history of terrorism in the United States. Students combine classroom instruction and supervised, practical experience throughout the school year.

Class Features

Criminal Justice I

  • Introduction to Criminal Justice System
  • Preparing for a Career in Criminal Justice
  • Understanding the Rule of Law
  • Exploring Policy
  • Crime Scene Investigation
  • Exploring the Courts
  • Applying Criminal Justice Communication Skills
  • Understanding Juvenile Justice

Criminal Justice II

  • Preparing for a career in Criminal Justice
  • Understanding the Rule of Law
  • Exploring Policy
  • Crime Scene Investigation
  • Exploring Corrections
  • Applying Criminal Justice Communication Skills
  • Exploring the Terror Threat

Professional Certification Opportunities

  • Virginia Workplace Readiness Skills

Potential Career Opportunities 

  • Correction Officer
  • Game Warden
  • Deputy Sheriff
  • Federal/State Inspector
  • Hotel/Retail/Business Security
  • Industrial/National Security
  • Police Cadet, Dispatcher, Officer
  • Security Guard
  • Private Investigator
  • Attorney

Features

Rodney Gohn

Mr. Gohn became a Criminal Justice teacher with FCPS in 2004. Prior to teaching, Mr. Gohn was employed 28 years by the Fairfax County Police Department. During his tenure with the FCPD, Mr. Gohn had a distinguished career experiencing various assignments as a patrol officer, detective, first line supervisor and command level officer. Mr. Gohn earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and a Master of Science degree in Administration of Justice from Virginia Commonwealth University. While employed by the FCPD, Mr. Gohn received extensive training in crime scene/death investigation and related matters. Mr. Gohn is a NOVA Dual Enrollment Assistant Professor allowing qualified Edison Academy Criminal Justice students to earn college credit.

Dual Enrollment Opportunity

March 04, 2017
You Can Get a Head Start on Your Future at Edison Academy Through the Dual Enrollment Agreement with NVCC! If you're looking for ways to cut the costs of a college education even BEFORE you graduate from high school, a great opportunity is available through the Northern Virginia Community College dual enrollment program.

Kevin Russell

August 30, 2017
Mr. Russell came to Edison Academy as a Criminal Justice teacher in 2017. Prior to joining the Academy faculty, he worked as a Deputy Sheriff, and with juvenile and adult probation, and held specialized positions such as Field Training Officer, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Training Facilitator, Facilitator Trainer, Team Leaders, and Supervisor. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration and a Masters degree in Administration of Justice and Security. Mr. Russell is a NOVA Dual Enrollment Adjunct for Northern Virginia Community College allowing qualified Edison Academy Criminal Justice students to earn college credit for their high school coursework in Criminal Justice class.