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Spotting Improvised Explosive Devices

The DHS bomb-making materials awareness program teaches officers what to look for to prevent attacks that use homemade bombs.

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How to Get the Most Out of Continuing Education

The successful pursuit of a degree requires you to know what you want and to dedicate the resources in time, money, and effort to achieve your goals.

Columbia Southern University Adds Forensics Concentration to Criminal Justice Program

The university’s forensics concentration in the criminal justice program will allow students to learn more about forensic psychology and overarching crime scene investigative procedures, relevant topics within the field of criminal justice at this time, CSU says.

Online Criminal Justice Degrees

Columbia Southern University offers flexible online criminal justice degrees that allow you to earn your degree at your own pace, while keeping your current job a priority.

4 Major Reasons to Go Back To College

Nowadays, it’s not uncommon for adults to return to college, especially with the flexibility that distance education can provide for busy students. Here are four reasons why you might consider going back to school.

Education: Learning to Lead

You can advance your career through organizational leadership education.

Atlanta Officer Awarded Columbia Southern University Scholarship

Murphy, who has been with the department for eight years, plans to use the scholarship to pursue a master’s degree in criminal justice administration.

University Awards Georgia Communications Officer Scholarship

Columbia Southern University recently awarded Georgia resident Joanne Southerland the "Hero Behind the Hero Scholarship."

The Value of Continuing Education in Criminal Justice

Today, more employers are requiring certificates for certain positions. For employees, certification offers a competitive edge and heightens career advancement opportunities.

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For Community Policing to Succeed, Walking Around Isn’t Enough

Community policing is a way for members of a community and the local police to work hand-in-hand, but what all does it require of residents and volunteers, and how does a community ensure a successful program?