Criminal Justice: Corrections

5380 Pirrone Road
Salida, CA 95368

San Joaquin Valley College

Get the hands-on experience you need to succeed.

San Joaquin Valley College is an accredited private junior college committed to the professional success of its students and graduates. Founded in 1977, SJVC has campuses located throughout California–including an Online division and offers a variety of accelerated Certificate and Associate of Science degree programs in the business, medical and technical fields.

Students benefit from a balance of class-room instruction and real-world experience, learning the skills they need to go straight to work in today's competitive job market.

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.

Learn

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.

Certifications Earned

Graduates earn an Associate of Science degree.

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 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 College Director, Corrections Officer Program Director or Instructor

Programs Offered

Business

Administrative Health Care Management
Business Administration

Career Training

Industrial Technology

Criminal Justice & Legal

Criminal Justice: Corrections

Health

Clinical and Administrative Medical Assisting
Clinical Medical Assisting
Pharmacy Technology
Therapeutic Massage

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