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Careers in Criminal Justice
- Coy H. Johnston - Arizona State University School of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Other Titles in:
Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice
January 2014 | 248 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc
Coy H. Johnston’s concise, yet thorough and creative text, Careers in Criminal Justice, prepares students to plan, pursue, and realize their career goals—from conception through the hiring process. The book's contemporary approach emphasizes student self-reflection and pragmatism in the pursuit of self-fulfillment and happiness. With coverage of over forty careers in policing, courts, corrections, and victims services, this text provides a comprehensive overview of the most popular and growing careers in the field. Readers are provided self assessment tools to enhance self awareness and steer them toward realistic and suitable careers in criminal justice. This easy-to-read guide is organized to facilitate understanding and encourage growth throughout the reader’s career.
Preface
Acknowledgements
About the Author
I. SECTION 1 - PLANNING
1. Know Yourself
2. Setting Realistic Goal
II. SECTION 2 - PURSUING
3. Local and State Law Enforcement
Non-Sworn Opportunities
4. Federal Law Enforcement
5. Forensic Science
6. Victim Services
7. Courts
8. Corrections
9. Private Security and Investigations
III. SECTION 3 - PREPARING
10. Getting a Foot in the Door
11. The Interview
Supplements
Companion Site
Student Study Site
Student Study Site
The open-access Student Study Site includes the following:
- Carefully selected, video links feature relevant interviews, lectures, personal stories, inquiries, and other content for use in independent or classroom-based explorations of key topics.
- Web resources are included for further research and insights.
- Chapter-specific Microsoft® PowerPoint® slides that highlight essential content and features from the book.
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