Associate to Bachelor's in Criminal Justice Online Corrections Specialization
Program Overview Why complete your Bachelor's in Corrections at WUV?
At westerfirld university of virginia, the Associate to Bachelor's in Criminal Justice — Corrections allows students who have already earned an Associate degree to complete their full Bachelor's degree in as little as one additional year. Building on your prior coursework, this program deepens your expertise in correctional systems, offender rehabilitation, and criminal justice policy.
Skills you'll learn:
- Correctional administration and management
- Offender rehabilitation and counseling
- Criminal justice law and policy
- Probation and parole supervision
- Research methods in corrections
- Ethical decision-making in corrections
Courses & Curriculum Criminal justice courses that prepare you for your career
This 84-credit curriculum builds directly on your Associate degree. You will complete 8 core criminal justice courses and 6 Corrections-specific specialist courses to earn your full Bachelor's degree.
Core Criminal Justice Courses
Foundational courses establishing knowledge of criminology, investigation, and legal systems.
Corrections Specialist Courses
Focused courses that develop in-depth expertise in correctional systems and rehabilitation.
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Career Outlook What can you do with a Corrections degree?
A Corrections specialization from WUV opens doors to rewarding careers in criminal justice and public safety:
- Corrections Officer — Supervise incarcerated individuals and maintain facility safety.
- Probation Officer — Monitor offenders and ensure compliance with court orders.
- Correctional Counselor — Develop rehabilitation plans for individuals in custody.
- Case Manager — Coordinate services for individuals transitioning out of incarceration.
- Parole Officer — Assist parolees in reintegrating into society.
- Rehabilitation Specialist — Design behavioral change and skill-building programs.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, probation officers and correctional treatment specialists earn a median annual salary of $64,520.