Associate of Arts in Administration of Justice: Corrections

Peralta Community College District

The Corrections degree and certificate program provides preparatory instruction necessary for persons who wish entry into four-year institutions for careers as Correctional Officers, Counselors or Probation and Parole Officers with federal, state, and county agencies. Entry-level employment may be available after satisfactory completion of the AA degree or certificate requirements.Students who complete the degree or certificate will be able to:Communicate appropriately, in both verbal and computer-generated written (narrative report) formats, within the criminal justice system.Demonstrate professional, ethical, respectful conduct to those of diverse cultures, customs, and beliefs in stressful, emotionally charged situations.Critically analyze behaviors and situations for viola-tions of criminal law, criminal procedure, and/or for possible defenses.Develop and maintain relationships of trust and respect with co-workers, the community, employers, and criminal suspects.

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