Central Maine Community College Program Review 2021-2024
This document constitutes the Five-Year Program Review for the Criminal Justice program at Central Maine Community College. The review aims to evaluate the program's effectiveness in preparing graduates for entry-level positions, facilitating transfer to upper-division coursework, and upgrading skills for career advancement. Key areas of focus include assessment of five program learning outcomes, analysis of credentials awarded, graduate employment data, and student demographics. The review identifies program strengths such as a balance of theory and practice, experienced faculty, substantial investment in simulation facilities, flexible learning modalities, strong high school partnerships, and vital community collaborations. Continuous improvement efforts are directed towards expanding the Public Service Simulation Center and adapting to evolving societal expectations for law enforcement.