Corrections Certificate

Career Outlook

Where This Certificate Can Take You

Probation officers and correctional treatment specialists earn a median annual wage of approximately $60,250; correctional supervisors or administrators with more experience can earn upwards of $80,000 or more. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 4% employment growth for correctional officers through 2032.

Correctional Facilities

Direct roles inside correctional facilities — from officers to program staff.

Probation Services

Support rehabilitation and reduce recidivism as a probation officer or correctional treatment specialist.

Juvenile Services

Work with juveniles in the justice system, focused on rehabilitation and long-term outcomes.

Toward the B.A.

Every course counts toward the B.A. in Criminal Justice — start here, finish there.

Curriculum

What You'll Study

The certificate requires 15 semester credit hours.

Core Coursework

Required Courses (15 hours)

CJE 101 — Introduction to Criminal Justice
CJE 215 — Introduction to Criminal Law
CJE 330 — Corrections
CJE 350 — Criminal Justice Ethics
One elective (see options)

Elective Options

Interracial/Intercultural Communication
Institutional Communications
Contemporary Social Problems
Juvenile Justice
Special Topics in CJ (Restorative Justice)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Tuition is billed per credit hour. See Tuition & Financial Aid for current rates.

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Undergraduate Certificate in Corrections

Program Overview