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About the Program
Career Outlook
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Step into a rewarding career as a corrections officer, where you play a vital role in maintaining safety and order within correctional facilities. You’ll oversee individuals awaiting trial or serving sentences, supervise daily activities, monitor inmate conduct, and contribute to rehabilitation efforts. Choose either the associate degree or certificate program to prepare for a career that combines discipline, compassion, and the opportunity to create positive change.
Area corrections officers could earn up to 15 college credits tuition-free as part of a state program designed to help officers meet the education requirements. Learn more about the Michigan Corrections Officer Grant Program.
At Jackson College, we offer a wide range of degrees and certificates designed to help you achieve your educational and career goals. The following options are available within this program.
Prepares students for careers in adult or juvenile correctional facilities and related criminal justice fields.
Introduces core corrections concepts; prepares for entry-level roles or continued study toward an associate degree.
The Corrections program at Jackson College equips students with a strong foundation in criminal justice and correctional practices. The program combines academic coursework with practical knowledge, focusing on key areas like human relations, legal principles, and inmate management. Students engage in hands-on learning opportunities and gain exposure to various correctional environments, making them well-prepared for a variety of roles in the corrections field. Whether pursuing a certificate or an associate degree, students will benefit from courses designed to meet Michigan Correctional Officers Training Council requirements, ensuring they are ready to enter the workforce as skilled professionals.
Explores the correctional system, including its history, development, and structure. Emphasizes institutions, sentencing, alternatives to incarceration, and correctional philosophies.
Covers legal rights of inmates and legal obligations of correctional staff. Includes case law, court decisions, and due process issues relevant to correctional institutions.
Focuses on correctional populations such as juveniles, women, and individuals with mental illness or substance abuse issues. Emphasizes special needs and treatment considerations.
Examines human development from adolescence through adulthood. Emphasizes developmental theory, behavioral issues, and treatment approaches in correctional settings.
With a Corrections Certificate, graduates can pursue entry-level roles like corrections officers, juvenile facility youth specialists, and private security. These positions involve overseeing inmates and maintaining order in various correctional environments. Further education can open doors to career advancement.
Graduates with an Associate in Applied Science in Corrections can qualify for higher-level positions in state or federal facilities, supervisory roles, or specialized rehabilitation programs. This degree leads to more opportunities for career progression and higher-paying roles in corrections.
Oversee individuals in jail or prison, ensuring safety, order, and rule enforcement.
Supervise and support youth in detention centers, focusing on safety and rehabilitation.
Maintain safety and enforce rules in private institutions, businesses, or event settings.
Assist with booking, monitoring, and supervising individuals held in local law enforcement facilities.
Understanding potential earnings is an important part of exploring career options.
Salary estimates are based on data from America’s Career InfoNet and the Occupational Outlook Handbook. Actual earnings vary by location, industry demand, business size, education, and experience. Check local job listings for the most accurate salary information.
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