The course of study in the Role Model Program is drawn from the disciplines of criminology, sociology, psychology, education, social work, and humanities, and is structured to give students a unique blend of academic work and practical experience as volunteers in community programs.
Field experiences emphasizes interaction, communication, and mentorship with today's juveniles.
Many criminology and criminal justice majors find the Role Model Program appealing because they are already required to take many of the Role Model courses to complete their course of study for their major. Enrolling in the Role Model Program provides students with an opportunity to complete an Internship and receive a Juvenile Justice Certificate that acknowledges they have an extensive knowledge about juvenile justice and today's youth. This Certificate and knowledge is extremely helpful when searching for employment within the Criminal Justice system. If you are interested in becoming a Role Model Student and receiving a Juvenile Justice Certificate, please review the required courses below and fill out the application to be admitted into the Role Model Program. In the Role Model Program, there are 6 required core courses that each student must complete to qualify for an internship and ultimately, a Juvenile Justice Certificate.