The mission of the Criminal Justice Department is to develop and offer the student an academic preparation for entry level career positions in all areas of the justice system in American Samoa and similar opportunities elsewhere. The program provides an opportunity for the student to develop abilities and skills necessary for a career upgrade and for transfer to other colleges and/or four year institutions. The program encourages students to be cognizant of the social, ethical, legal, political and cultural perspectives of the American Justice System and its impact on the American Samoa System of Justice as well as those of other Pacific Island nations.

1. Associate of Science in Criminal Justice
2. Associate of Science in Forensic Science
3. Associate of Arts in Pre-Law
4. Certificate of Proficiency in Criminal Justice

Upon completion of the requirements for a degree or certificate of proficiency program, students will be able to:

• analyze fact situations and understand case reasoning and rationale;
• apply acquired knowledge and skills to real work situations;
• use oral and written skills to organize deliver and evaluate information, face patterns and evidence;
• conduct case research, draw conclusions, communicate results and apply finding;
• demonstrate an appreciation of the Constitution, statutes and case laws:
• recognize the effects of technology in investigation, case management and presentations; and,
• understand basic constitutional rights as they apply to civic duties and ethical conduct for everyday living in a law and order community