Corrections

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Topics of Study

In Corrections you will learn to:

• Work as a corrections officer for public and private facilities
• Study why crimes happen, and how criminals behave
• Understand the American criminal justice system, and how courts operate

Degrees

The following certificate(s)/degree(s) in Corrections will prepare you for jobs like the ones listed:

• Certificate or 2-year degree: law enforcement officer, security officer; probation, corrections, parole, and rehabilitation officers
• 4-Year degree: corrections facility manager
• More than 4 years: teacher, researcher