Victimology Programs

Victimology is the study of victims and the reasoning behind why these people are victims of crime; victimology also takes a look into how various lifestyles may have an affect on the chances a person will become a victim of a crime. Victimology programs are available for students to pursue a certificate of completion, an associate’s degree, a bachelor’s degree or a master’s degree.
  1. Seattle University

    • Seattle University has a criminal justice degree program with a specialization in victimology. Students who pursue this degree will earn a master's of arts degree upon completion and generally pursue careers in private security, law enforcement, victim services and social services.

      Some of the required foundation courses include criminal justice theory and law and social control. Students must take four courses in the specialization area which include contemporary issues in victimology, restorative/community justice, violence and victimization, and feminist criminology.

      Seattle University

      901 12th Ave.

      Seattle, WA 98122

      206-296-6000

      seattleu.edu

    Maricopa Community College

    • Maricopa Community College has a victimology program where students work toward completing a certificate of completion. Students must complete 15 credit hours within this program; upon completion, students are prepared for a professional career in victim advocacy whether they are a police officer, social worker, counselor or probation officer. Courses cover topics such as community services, crisis intervention and victim rights.

      Maricopa Community College

      2411 West 14th St.

      Tempe, AZ 85281

      480-731-8000

      maricopa.edu

    St. Charles Community College

    • St. Charles Community College has a victimology program where students work toward the completion of an associate's of applied science degree. This program is designed for those who are interested in entering the field of human services as well as those who are currently employed in human services and wish to upgrade their knowledge and skill level.

      The general education requirements consist of business writing and an introduction to psychology. In the victimology specialization option, students must take four courses including an introduction to victimology, an introduction to criminal justice system, victim services and crisis intervention or special topics in human services/criminal justice.

      St. Charles Community College

      4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive

      Cottleville, MO 63376

      636-922-8000

      stcha.edu

    Endicott College

    • Endicott College’s victimology program gives students an option to minor in this subject while earning their bachelor’s degree. Students are required to take six courses to meet their program requirements for this minor. These courses include introduction to criminal justice, victimology, domestic violence, crisis intervention, human rights and theories of counseling.

      Endicott College

      376 Hale St.

      Beverly, MA 01915

      978-927-0585

      endicott.edu

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