Deciding if a degree in criminal justice is right for you 20 Articles

by Joelyn Pullano

Is a degree in Criminal Justice right for you? I had a notion in high school that it wouldn't be so bad being a detective. What I really wanted was a degree in Marine Biology, however, it was frowned upon by the family. ...read more

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by Hugh McKelvy

After spending 25 years in law enforcement, I believe I can offer some insight to help you make your decision. Consider the below points: WHO - This can often be a deal-breaker for choosing a Criminal Justice degree. Fe...read more

by Keith Reeves

When I started college, I wanted to study Astronomy. I was taking the classes that were needed to pursue that degree. The horror of Calculus and Physics made this endeavor more like climbing Mt. Everest. During my seco...read more

by Joan Schroeder

Homeland Security, CSI, Border services, are looking for a few good men and women. These are just a few of the exciting and challenging career opportunities available to you with a degree in criminal justice. If you are ...read more

by Loretta Lechner

If you are trying to decide if a degree in criminal justice is the right thing for you, you must first and foremost forget about the "Cop" shows you probably watch on television each week and always remember the following:...read more

by Ted Sherman

Education in criminal justice is one of the best choices today for anyone who wants a secure path to a rewarding career. As with those who go into the Armed Forces to become officers, a professional law enforcement officer...read more

by David Riel

If you want to be a prison guard, probation officer, or security guard, a degree in criminal justice may be right for you. If you want to be a police officer, lawyer, or court services worker, you may be better served w...read more

by lalu

Following the tragic events of 9/11 there is today a much greater awareness throughout society about such issues as homeland security, airport security, public safety and management, international terrorism, criminology an...read more

by Myke

Step one is to be totaly and completely honest with yourself. Do you truly want to establish a career in the criminal justice and/or corporate security community? What areas or facets of this discipline attract you the m...read more

by Denise Russos

Once upon a time all I could hear was "Why do you want a Criminal Justice degree? What will it get you? Way back when, when you didn't have to have a four year degree of any sort to be a police officer, I decided to go t...read more

by Steve Martin

I wouldn't want to put anyone off this course of study if that is what interest them. However, 15 years of working in the criminal justice system would lead me to offer one word of warning. I wouldn't necessarily recomm...read more

by Dawn Taylor

"A Detailed Breakdown of the Field of Law and Criminal Justice for Students" 1a. Job Titles (4, 9, 2, 11) The career researched is the field of law. The job titles vary from private practice, to the courts system even...read more

by William Griffith

First, ask yourself a few brief questions. Has police work always been interesting to me? Do I never miss an episode of "Law and Order " or "Cops"? Are you interested in a field that is in high demand? Finally, Do you real...read more

by Shenni Bubb

A degree in this course of study would indeed be an asset, yet hands on experience is needed to be successful. Practical and theory are two different things! Having been surrounded by family members who were solicitors, ...read more

by ARC IDEA CO

I was on my to work when I met John. He was a nice chap with retrogressive hairstyle. We started talking, which eventually leads us to a topic, which we went on to discuss at length. Well, he has just completed a degree in...read more

by D. J. Poe

Our town has a civilian "ride-along" program with the local police department every year. There are classes given before the actual ride takes place, but it lasts a few weeks and gives interested civilians and potential fu...read more

by J Dawkins

All of us can relate to having been a victim of crime in some capacity, but have you ever wondered what causes people to break the law or how different forms of crime could be prevented? Criminal Justice is a fascinating a...read more

by Danielle Chinnici

Most people know that a degree in Criminal Justice will lead them into law enforcement. Similar to most other career choices, law enforcement has many areas to choose from including medically examining, detective work, pu...read more

by Yvonne Mason

Criminal Justice. The name itself sounds exciting and full of adventure. A degree in criminal justice sounds really neat. However, before one makes the decision to pursue that avenue one has to look at the big picture. I c...read more

by Annette Liike

Do you envision yourself investigating bank robberies, organized crime or drug trafficking? Can you picture yourself on a surveillance mission or training at Quantico? With a criminal justice degree your vision can becom...read more