Heald College

IS A CAREER IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE RIGHT FOR ME?
Criminal Justice jobs are perfect for people who are passionate about issues related to public welfare. Individuals who specialize in this area generally have good people skills and a knack for problem solving.

WHAT'S THE JOB OUTLOOK?
Due to increasing populations in prison, on probation, and on parole, the criminal justice field enjoys relatively consistent growth, despite a fluctuating economy. The demand for employees in this line of work is steadily increasing to keep up with personnel needs in the private sector, as well in federal, state, and local government agencies.

WHAT WILL I DO WITH MY EDUCATION?
Graduates of Heald's Criminal Justice program can pursue rewarding careers in a variety of positions, including Criminal Investigator, Customs Agent, Insurance Investigator, Corrections Officer, and Animal Control Agent. You can also qualify for administrative support staff positions in various law enforcement agencies.

This program prepares students for a variety of entry-level employment related to such areas as criminal investigations, insurance investigations, corrections, customs, and security. While an Associate degree in Criminal Justice may open the door to many of these careers, it is important to note that certain jobs may require additional certification graduation from higher education programs, and completion of additional training.

IS A CAREER AS A PARALEGAL RIGHT FOR ME?
Paralegals are intrigued by the legal process. They have an inclination towards fact finding and documentation, and are excited by the idea of assisting lawyers with important court cases.

WHAT'S THE JOB OUTLOOK?
With Paralegals and other non-attorney law office positions in high demand, there's no better time to enter the legal profession. The consistent rise in operating expenses is forcing law offices to reduce costs by assigning important tasks to motivated support staff. As law firms and legal departments increasingly rely on this support, the demand for qualified Paralegals will continue to rise.

Employers in today's job market are looking for candidates who can multi-task to meet a variety of operational needs. Paralegals play a mission critical role, ensuring that law offices run efficiently and that lawyers are thoroughly prepared for their cases.

WHAT WILL I DO WITH MY EDUCATION?
Graduates of Heald's Paralegal program can pursue rewarding careers as Paralegals, Legal Administrative Assistants, Legal Office Clerks, and Legal Secretaries. They work in a variety of different organizations, including law firms, government agencies, financial institutions, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and social service agencies. A Heald degree serves as a solid foundation for graduates who choose to pursue certification as a CLA/CP (Certified Legal Assistant/Certified Paralegal) administered by NALA.org. Heald's Paralegal program was designed around AAFPE's Educational Standards (American Association for Paralegal Education), a well known and respected National Paralegal Organization within the Industry.