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Criminal Justice - Corrections

Degree Type: Associate in Science (AS)
Location: Austin, Online, D2L/Web Enhanced Courses
Program Starts: Fall, Spring
Total Credits: 64
Course Plan: Two Year
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Does putting strong problem-solving skills to work appeal to you?

This Riverland comprehensive program incorporates traditional liberal arts classes with a specialized curriculum of Corrections classes. Our Criminal Justice Corrections graduates are well prepared for various careers in the Corrections field at local, state and federal institutions or in Corrections treatment programs. This program also provides a solid foundation for going on to earn a Bachelor’s degree or higher.

Our required Corrections Internship phase is an ideal way to find out which areas of the Correction field are best suited for your strengths and interests through hands-on experience. Students are encouraged to work closely with their Program Advisor to customize their degree to achieve desired personal goals.


Employment Outlook

Graduates are eligible to apply for entry-level jobs as Correctional Officers in local or state institutions or work in correctional treatment programs.
Program Fees
Number of Credits:
64
$215.00
Estimated Total Tuition Cost:
$13,760.00
$1100
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Articulation Agreements
Winona State University Sociology (Criminal Justice) BS
Southwest Minnesota University BAS in Management
Faculty & Advisors
Paulette Long 433-0829 paulette.long@riverland.edu
Steve Wald 433-0360 steve.wald@riverland.edu

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