Corrections

Online Associate's Degrees in Corrections

The associate in Corrections degree program helps students further their knowledge of crime and the criminal justice system through a comprehensive study in the areas of theory, research methods and statistics, policy and administration. The curriculum is designed to provide students with solid leadership and management skills that are applicable to the many disciplines of the program. This program takes 1 to 2 years to complete.

Corrections Career Outlook

Career opportunities in the Corrections industry are expected to be excellent during the next decade as our society becomes increasingly security conscious and as the population grows and more people commit crimes. People with Corrections degrees work as:

• Correctional officers
• Bailiffs
• Court officers
• Jailers

Corrections Salary Information

The average earnings for people with Corrections degrees range between $35,000 and $54,000, and benefits are usually great. Layoffs of correctional officers are often rare because of the growing inmate population and the need for increased security in jails and prisons.

Corrections Required Job Skills and Knowledge

The best positions in this industry are given to people with a Corrections degree, which usually takes two to four years to complete. Job candidates are usually evaluated on their communication skills and on their ability to maintain calm during confrontation. Most must undergo a background screening before being hired. With a Corrections degree, you will observe inmates, keep records of their activities, maintain security and participate in some investigations. Being able to maintain a professional attitude at all times is important. This can be a high stress job