
- 206 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
Careers in Criminal Justice and Criminology
About this book
This book provides a thorough and directed focus on successfully identifying, obtaining, and succeeding in a career in criminal justice or criminology. With empirically based, research-focused information on how students can prepare for and ultimately join the criminal justice or criminology workforce, it covers the positions available in criminal justice and criminology, how to get a job in the field, and what can be expected upon obtaining employment. The book contextualizes career opportunities within criminal justice and criminology, providing information about the nature of the work and how various positions fit within the criminal justice system as a whole.
Part 1 provides an overview of the book, an examination of the history of careers, and coverage of job opportunities and the nature of working in criminal justice and criminology. Part 2 addresses preparation for entering the field, including coverage of internships and overall professional development. Part 3 of the book addresses careers in the primary components of the criminal justice system, juvenile justice, and other areas. An epilogue addresses promotion issues, and a series of helpful appendices provide practical tools for working toward a career in criminal justice or criminology.
This book is suitable for any reader considering employment in criminal justice or criminology, and ideal for instructors who supervise and guide students as they gain practical experience and move toward careers.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Half Title
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Table of Contents
- Part 1 The Criminal Justice and Criminology Workforce
- Part 2 Preparing and Selling Yourself
- Part 3 Working Toward Justice
- Appendix A Sample Cover Letter, Resumes, and Follow-up Letter
- Appendix B State Labor Offices
- Appendix C Federal Criminal Justice and Criminology Employment Resources
- Appendix D Careers in Criminal Justice and Criminology
- Appendix E Salaries for Select Criminal Justice and Criminology Positions
- Appendix F Curriculum Vitae Shell
- Index