The Corrections Officer Certificate is designed to upgrade the skills and knowledge that criminal justice professionals require, and it provides knowledge of new procedures, policies, and judicial rulings to anyone interested in the criminal justice system, particularly in the field of corrections. This certificate consists of coursework that is fundamental for working in the fields of law enforcement, probation, corrections, courts, and private security, and leads to completion of the Criminal Justice Option Degree.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ develop critical thinking and ethical reasoning in students interested in the criminal justice field.

✓ develop the skills to evaluate career opportunities in students pursuing criminal justice careers.