An AS or BS degree in Criminal Justice opens the door to a wide variety of career opportunities, including law enforcement, corrections, probation, parole, social work, forensics, firefighting, juvenile justice and court administration, just to name a few.
Employment prospects for criminal justice positions in New York City are growing at a faster than average rate. Moreover, 60 college credits satisfy the educational requirements for the vast majority of entry-level criminal justice positions in New York City, including police officer (60 credits), correction officer (39 credits), and firefighter (15 credits). Students seeking greater educational opportunities and exposure to a wider range of career choices including forensic science, forensic psychology, criminal justice administration, and international criminal justice are encouraged to earn their four-year degree.
A degree in Criminal Justice is the first step to obtaining work in a variety of careers, including:
Addiction Specialist Border Patrol CIA Agent Corrections Counselor Corrections Officer Court Clerk Court Reporter Customs Agent Cybercrime Specialist DEA Agent Defense Attorney | Detective FBI Agent Firefighter Forensic Accountant Forensic Psychologist Forensic Scientist Investigator Juvenile Counselor Medical Examiner Mental Health Counselor Paralegal | Parole Officer Police Officer Probation Officer Prosecutor Public Defender Security Officer Secret Service Sheriff Social Worker U.S. Marshall |
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