CAREER AND COLLEGE PREP
Criminal Justice
Set the Bar High
Do you dream of making the world a safer, more just place? If so, a career in law, public safety, and security could be what you’re looking for. Dive into courses designed with input from criminal justice and community experts!
Which pathway is offered?
Legal/Judicial—Students in this pathway learn what it takes to protect the lives and property of community members, including controlling traffic; preventing and investigating crimes; enforcing laws and ordinances; and apprehending, arresting, and processing suspected criminals.
What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?*
Some of the jobs include:
- Police, fire, and ambulance dispatcher
- Police and patrol officer
- Animal control officer
- Customs and border protection officer
- Marine enforcement officer
- Fingerprint identification technician
- Railroad police
- Customs inspectors
*Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications once a student graduates from high school.
What could my future look like in this career field?**
**Data is from Lightcast and is updated frequently.
Which industry-recognized certifications and exams can my student prepare for?
- Medical Forensics
- Criminal Justice
- ACT National Career Readiness Certification (NCRC)