Major:
Corrections Major

Description: A program that prepares individuals to study the theories and principles, of correctional science and to function as professional corrections officers and other workers in public and/or private incarceration facilities.

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Salary Info:


MEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE: $58,290
MEDIAN HOURLY WAGE: $28.02*

TOTAL EMPLOYEED NATIONALLY: 39,920

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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What jobs and careers are associated to a major in Corrections?

•Correctional Officers and Jailers

•Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary

•First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers

•First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

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