Criminal justice, sometimes called criminology, is a broad field that covers the investigation of crime and prosecution of suspects. While you may immediately link police officers with criminal justice, many other jobs are available in the field.
Jobs in the criminal justice field include various professions. These professionals can work in a jurisdiction that spans your city, state or country. There are also legal Read More
For some, a degree in criminal justice is the first step in higher education; for others it's the pinnacle. In either case, it's really only the beginning. Criminal justice Read More
The field of criminal justice encompasses several types of jobs for attorneys, law enforcement officers, investigators and court officials. Those who wish to enter the Read More
Becoming a police officer involves passing a pre-entrance exam, graduation from the police academy and getting hired by a police department. Find out how to become a police Read More
Private investigators work for individuals and companies, researching and investigating facts about people or incidents. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that Read More
The licensing requirements for a private investigator vary state by state and by investigative specialty. A few states do not require licensing at all, other than a Read More
Parole or probabtion officers supervise convicted offenders. Parole officers are assigned to people who have been released from prison on parole. Parolees must report to Read More
A parole officer is an agent of the court appointed to an individual who has been placed under probation for a crime. Typically the parole officer oversees and makes sure Read More
Forensics is the science of gathering evidence to support the facts related to a criminal investigation. The science of forensics actually spans a great deal of Read More
A correctional counselor is a person who provides case management to people who have been convicted of felonies and misdemeanors. Discover how a correctional counselor is a Read More
Becoming a forensics pathologist involves completing pre-med coursework in addition to attending medical or osteopathy school to become a physician. Complete a residency Read More
Do you think that you have a knack for reading people? Do you see yourself studying a person and linking them to a string of unsolved crimes? Working for law enforcement in Read More
If you're thinking about a career in law enforcement, consider becoming a correctional officer. The position offers benefits, such as health insurance, paid sick and Read More
Criminal psychology studies the personality and inner-workings of criminals and criminal behavior. By learning about and rehabilitating criminals, criminal psychology make Read More
A private investigator is a non-active police officer position. Become a private investigator with tips from a former highway patrolman in this free law enforcement video. Read More
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