Corrections
If you are a people person hoping for a career that makes an impact, consider corrections. Corrections offer the opportunity to serve one’s community, keep citizens safe and profoundly change people’s lives.
Whether you’re interested in working within institutional correctional facilities (prisons, jails and detention centers) or the community corrections arena (probation, parole and pretrial services), you can contribute to your community within this dynamic and exciting field.
Corrections Certificate
This certificate program offers an opportunity to begin a study of all of the components of corrections. Students will explore institutions, private security, and the general safekeeping of all individuals detained. It provides a starting point to continue with an associate degree or become employed in many sectors. Employment includes prison guards, jail correction officers, juvenile facility youth specialists (both public and private) and private security.
Sample Courses
Earnings
Earnings in Michigan start at $39,370 annually, with median wages of $58,550. Corrections officers typically receive regular increases, and further education will improve opportunities for advancement.
Outlook
While projections predict a decline in employment, Michigan currently has many openings in corrections. Because corrections departments are so large, there are always many openings from attrition and retirements.
Certificate
Jackson County
If you reside in Jackson county, Michigan.
$4,040
In Michigan
If you reside in the state of Michigan.
$4,385
Out of Michigan
If you reside outside the state of Michigan.
$5,360
Estimated program costs include tuition, fees and digital textbooks based on 2022-2023 tuition rates. Please note that these costs are only estimates and an individualized financial plan will be created when a student meets with their Student Success Navigator.
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