Areas of Emphasis: Security and Corrections

The Corrections concentration as part of a Criminal Justice degree is the study of correctional institutions, methods of correctional treatment and the social services provided to convicted persons and their dependents. Students taking a course in corrections will gain knowledge of the history, theory and practice of probation, parole and correctional institutions.

Related Careers

  • Corrections Caseworker / Probation Officer

Average Salary Pay Rate: Average Hourly Pay Rate:
$49,520 $23.81

Desired Personality Traits:  
Close attention to detail Use objective judgments
React quickly to situations  

  • Jailers and Correctional Officers

Average Salary Pay Rate: Average Hourly Pay Rate:
$41,340 $19.88

Desired Personality Traits:  
Comfortable in a structure environment Work with real objects
Treat people dispassionately