Areas of Emphasis: Criminal Justice General

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The field of Criminal Justice integrates sociology, ethics, and the legal system to prepare individuals for a variety of careers. Students taking courses in criminal justice will learn criminal justice systems and law enforcement processes.

Related Careers

  • Police Officer

Average Salary Pay Rate: Average Hourly Pay Rate:
$52,810 $25.39

Desired Personality Traits:  
Work with physical objects Comfortable with quickly-changing environments
Use objective judgment  

  • Corrections Caseworker / Probation Officer

Average Salary Pay Rate: Average Hourly Pay Rate:
$49,520 $23.81

Desired Personality Traits:  
Close attention to detail Use objective judgments
React quickly to situations