It primarily focuses on probational services including investigation of case histories, assessment of treatment needs, advisement to the court, and the operation of diverse types of correctional programs. Many local, state, federal and private agencies employ Cal State Hayward criminal justice graduates. Senior majors may qualify for internship placement in criminal justice agencies throughout the Bay Area. Local level agencies include municipal police departments, county sheriffs' offices, probation departments, halfway and pre-release houses, group homes, crisis centers, juvenile halls, welfare fraud units, computer crime analysis, and retail and industrial security agencies. Because requirements are subject to change, consult an advisor in your major department for clarification and interpretation of your major requirements.
Students select one option to complete.
Under this option, students must complete a total of 12 additional upper division units from the specialized elective area. Under this option, students must complete a total of 12 additional upper division units from a specialized elective area. Both Option A and Option B students must choose 12 units of elective coursework in a single specialized study area, provided that the course or courses chosen have previously not been taken as part of an option. Upon faculty advisement and approval, additional courses may also apply. In addition to major requirements, every student must also complete the University requirements for graduation which are described in the Baccalaureate Degree Requirements chapter in the front of this catalog.