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Online Accounting School

Our self-paced, online Online Accounting School will prepare you for an entry-level role in as little as 4 months.

  • $69/month
  • 5-day money-back commitment
  • DEAC Accredited
  • 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
  • Complete in 4-9 months, part-time
  • One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
  • Start learning today - no waiting period!
  • $69/month
  • 5-day money-back commitment
  • DEAC Accredited
  • 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
  • Complete in 4-9 months, part-time
  • One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
  • Start learning today - no waiting period!
What You'll Learn
  • Accounting Services Explanations and Equations
  • The Accounting Cycle
  • The Journal, Entry Systems and The Ledger
  • Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable/li>
  • Financial Statements and Specialized Journals
  • Depreciation, Merchandising and Sales Tax
  • Closing the Books, Banking and Payroll Records
  • Computerized Accounting Services
  • Tax Preparation, Discounts, Reversing Entries

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Proven Reputation

A+ BBB Rating, 40 Years in distance education, 97% of students would recommend us to a friend.

DEAC Accredited

The DEAC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.

Affordable Tuition

Payment Plan: $69/month ($979 total) or Pay-in-Full: $1,279 See full tuition details. details.

Proven Reputation

A+ BBB Rating, 40 Years in distance education, 97% of students would recommend us to a friend.

DEAC Accredited

The DEAC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.

Affordable Tuition

Payment Plan: $69/month ($979 total) or Pay-in-Full: $1,279 See full tuition details.

What's Inside the Course

Beginner-Friendly Lessons

Classes are designed for anyone to easily learn, and are broken up into digestible sections that build as you progress through our program. No due dates or deadlines.

Engaging Curriculum

Reading lessons, supplemental videos, interactive games, flashcards, note taking, read-aloud and disability features, and open note multiple choice quizzes with no time limit.

Meet the Lead Instructor

Justin Calkins is a Criminal Justice Instructor at U.S. Career Institute. In addition to being an instructor at U.S. Career Institute, Justin has been in Law Enforcement for over 20 years, starting in the Larimer County Jail and then transferring to Patrol. Justin is currently a Patrol Sergeant. Justin is a Co-Lead for the agency Defensive Tactics and Arrest Control Program, a firearms instructor, a Field Training Officer, a member of Peer Support and the Team Leader for the Sniper Team for the Larimer County Regional SWAT team. Justin is originally from Fort Collins, Colorado and now resides in Windsor, Colorado with his wife and 3 children.

Justin Calkins

Criminal Justice Instructor/Course Expert

Meet the Lead Instructor/Course Expert

Justin Calkins is a Criminal Justice Instructor at U.S. Career Institute. In addition to being an instructor at U.S. Career Institute, Justin has been in Law Enforcement for over 20 years, starting in the Larimer County Jail and then transferring to Patrol. Justin is currently a Patrol Sergeant. Justin is a Co-Lead for the agency Defensive Tactics and Arrest Control Program, a firearms instructor, a Field Training Officer, a member of Peer Support and the Team Leader for the Sniper Team for the Larimer County Regional SWAT team. Justin is originally from Fort Collins, Colorado and now resides in Windsor, Colorado with his wife and 3 children.

Justin Calkins

Criminal Justice Instructor/Course Expert

Program Reviews

I am a new student (yesterday) and honestly really feel great with USCI courses for a Criminal Justice Specialist certificate. The course layout, the resources everything included in the class online is great and very transparent. I would recommend anyone to USCI for anyone looking to get into a program to further their education in their own respective field.

Mitchell W. Criminal Justice Student

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Get instant access!  ·  5-day money-back commitment  ·  $69/month

Career Outlook

Median Salary

$56,000*

Number of jobs

714,267*

Job Growth by 2034

3%*

Career Outlook

Upon graduation from our program, you will receive your U.S. Career Institute Certificate of Completion attesting to your accomplishment. Our program prepares you for an entry-level, criminal justice positions in correctional facilities, courts, law enforcement, private security establishments, criminal investigation, even homeland security. With an online Criminal Justice Certificate from U.S. Career Institute, you will be able to play a vital part in our justice system.

There are many job opportunities in the growing field of criminal justice- work in the U.S. Customs Service, private investigation, as a bailiff in the courtroom, as a crime scene investigator for the police department, as a probation officer in the penal system or as a security guard for a private company, immigration, or working with a private police force. You'll always be ready for the unexpected and you'll enjoy every minute of an interesting job. Choose a rewarding, exciting career path that enables you to help others and make a difference.

Criminal Justice Student at work

Tuition & Financing

U.S. Career Institute is committed to making your criminal justice education affordable. Start a new career that you’ll love and find fulfilling without a mountain of debt!

5-Day Money-Back Commitment

After you receive your first lesson, you have 5 full days to decide if our program is the best route for you. Learn more.

Student Support & Coaching

Your tuition includes access to instructors via phone and email, student services, tutoring, resume and job interview support, and one-on-one career coaching $400 value**.

Learning Materials Included

Your tuition includes e-books, study guides, supplemental videos, and interactive exercises. Hard copy books are also available for under $50. Everything is included - no hidden fees after enrollment.

Option 1: Pay in Full

$789

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Option 2: Monthly Auto Payments

$989*

$69 Monthly Payment

First Payment: $69** ENROLL NOW

*Plus one-time $29 application charge..

**First payment includes $40 down payment and $29 application charge. Application charge is non-refundable.

How to Enroll

  • 1

    Provide us with basic information - Our form asks for your name, email, phone, date of birth and education level. You must be at least 16 years old, have a high school diploma or GED, and be able to read, write and speak English fluently.

  • 2

    Pay for your tuition: You can pay-in-full or choose our monthly payment plan.

  • 3

    Sign the enrollment agreement and disclosures

That’s all! It Just takes about 5 minutes then you’re ready to start your first lesson.

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Program FAQs


  • Typically a High School diploma or equivalent is required, formal training through an accredited institution can also be helpful, it is a valuable tool that provides students with an understanding of the elements of the criminal justice system, investigations, and criminal law.

Your studies in the Criminal Justice Specialist Program will include Crime Scene Investigation, Reports and Documentation, Corrections, Emergency and Disaster Management, Criminology, Criminal Law, Policing, Terrorism and Homeland Security, and more.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Criminal Justice Specialists earn a median salary of $56,000*.

U.S. Career Institute is Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.

This program is designed for individuals to obtain entry-level positions in the field of criminal justice which may include prisons, casinos, and private security firms.

U.S. Career Institute’s Criminal Justice Specialist Program is designed so that you can take the course at your own pace, on your own time. For students struggling with the program, our instructors are here to help.
Criminal Justice graduate at work
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*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, average of Police and Detectives, Private Detectives and Investigators, and Security Guards, on the internet at Police and Detectives, Private Detectives and Investigators, Security Guards (visited September 16, 2025). Statements found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the Occupational Outlook Handbook includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, levels of experience, and geographic areas of the country.