Policing and Corrections, Certificate

A Certificate in Policing and Corrections from Indiana Tech provides students with the basics of the United States Criminal Justice System including policing, juvenile justice, court procedures, criminal behavior, and more. For someone already working in criminal justice and who wants to specialize in a certain area, this certificate is an effective way to establish credentials. A Certificate in Policing and Corrections can qualify individuals for entry-level law enforcement positions, jailer, corrections officer, bailiff, victim services, private security, and other criminal justice-related areas.

If a student already works in criminal justice and wants to specialize in a certain area, a certificate is an effective way to establish their credentials.

A Certificate in Criminal Justice can qualify individuals for entry-level law enforcement positions, jailer, corrections officer, bailiff, victim services, private security, and other CJ-related areas.

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Explain the legal system of the United States.
2. Summarize the major components of the criminal justice system.
3. Present written and oral communication skills relating to the elements of the criminal justice system.
4. Examine the importance of ethical behavior within the criminal justice environment.
5. Identify issues related to diversity within the criminal justice system.
6. Assess issues related to diversity within the criminal justice system.