Corrections is a branch of of the Criminal Justice system focused on incarceration of prisoners and convicted offenders. Careers include Correctional Officer, Probation Officer, and administrator for federal, state, and local correctional facilities. Certificate or Degree training is generally acceptable as standard educational requirement for professional corrections careers. (More about Corrections)
Founded in 1976, University of Phoenix is the largest accredited university in the United States offering degrees in criminal justice -- Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration and a Master of Science in Administration of Justice and Security. These programs include courses in criminal law, organized crime, criminology, juvenile justice, and management. Students are able to gain both professional experiences in their work field, as well as the credentials that will move them up the pay scale, on average $15,000 more than their counterparts without a degree.More Info(2 Reviews)
Programs: Bachelor in Criminal Justice, Masters in Criminal Justice, Corrections, Forensic Science / Crime Scene Investigation, Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Private/Criminal Detective, Scoping Technology
Kaplan University Online offers associate, bachelor, and master degree programs in Criminal Justice. In addition, they offer certificate programs in Crime Scene Technician and Terrorism/National Security Management. More Info(6 Reviews)
Programs: Associate in Criminal Justice, Bachelor in Criminal Justice, Masters in Criminal Justice, Certificate in Criminal Justice, Computer Forensics / Cybercrime, Corrections, Forensic Science / Crime Scene Investigation, Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Private/Criminal Detective
Since 1875, Park University has offered a variety of degree programs for students focusing on career skills. Once a residential Christian education facility, the school is now an independent private institution with more than 40 campuses throughout the nation with its main campus positioned in Parkville, Missouri. Park University also offers several degree programs, both undergraduate and graduate, completely online for more convenience and flexibility. More Info(3 Reviews)
Programs: Bachelor in Criminal Justice, Corrections, Law Enforcement
Established in 1899, South University offers online career training in Business, Healthcare, Criminal Justice, and Information Technology in the form of Bachelor and Master Degrees. Online students receive the same quality of education as campus students matriculating at the established and trusted University, but without ever entering a classroom.More Info(Add a Review)
Programs: Bachelor in Criminal Justice, Masters in Criminal Justice, Corrections