California Criminal Justice Courses in Corrections

Program Highlights

SJVC's Corrections program stretches beyond the minimum training required by law with an in depth combination of classroom instruction and hands-on experience. Coursework includes criminal law, evidence collection and preservation, report writing and criminal procedures.

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This program can help prepare you for a variety of career opportunities, including:

Arrest/control techniques
Firearms use
CPR/First Aid
Weaponless defense tactics

Career Opportunities

A career in Corrections can take you in a number of directions in law enforcement agencies and correctional fields, including:

Corrections Officer
Detention Officer
Jail Transport Officer
Detention Specialist
Deputy Corrections Officer

Career path growth with additional education or training could take you into areas such as Corrections Sergeant, Administrative Supervisor, Parole Officer, Warden or Deputy Sheriff.

Locations:

Our Criminal Justice: Corrections program is offered at a wide variety of campuses across California. This includes our Modesto, Fresno, Hanford, Visalia, Bakersfield, Hesperia, and Rancho Cucamonga campus. With seven locations spread throughout California, there is sure to be SJVC Criminal Justice: Correction courses being taught near you!

Certifications Earned:

Graduates earn an Associate of Science degree, as well as STC Certification when they complete the Adult Corrections Officer Core Course. Graduates may also earn PC 832 Laws of Arrest/Firearms Certification (POST).

The Criminal Justice: Corrections program is approved by the Corrections Standards Authority (California Board of Corrections).

Admissions Requirements

In addition to good physical health and U.S. citizenship, other student admission requirements include:

Minimum of 21 years of age at conclusion of corrections program
Must not have been convicted of a felony or be prohibited from possessing a firearm
Must not have been convicted of illegal use or sales of any narcotic or drugs
Must have a valid California driver’s license
Must provide evidence of physical fitness
Must have a handgun with holster and fingerprint clearance from the California Department of Justice to participate in range training
Must qualify on written career assessment and obtain satisfactory score on profile assessment
Must pass appraisal interview conducted by SJVC Director, Corrections Officer Program Director or instructor