The Associate of Applied Science degree in Criminal Justice: Corrections prepares students for immediate employment in correctional and rehabilitative services by providing practical, career-oriented education grounded in legal knowledge, ethical responsibility, an effective offender management. The program emphasizes safety, communication, and professionalism while fostering a deep understanding of the correctional system, inmate behavior, and community reintegration. Through applied learning and hands-on training, graduates are equipped to contribute to the justice system with integrity, competence, and commitment to public service.
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To be eligible for admission into this program, students must meet the general requirements for admission to New River Community and Technical College.
For more information on this program, contact Dianna L. Putorek at dputorek@newriver.edu or 304-818-2009 or Gerald Hough at ghough@newriver.edu or 304-883-2434.
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Total Programs Hours: 60
Graduates are equipped to contribute to the justice system with integrity, competence, and commitment to public service.