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Corrections Leadership and Management (Graduate Certificate)

Corrections Leadership and Management (Graduate Certificate)

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Do you aspire to work in a managerial position with a corrections organization? Through this certificate program, you'll acquire the specialized knowledge and skills that aid career advancement.

Program description
Degree awarded: Certificate  Corrections Leadership and Management (Certificate)

The graduate certificate in corrections management gives students already holding a bachelor's degree a solid foundational understanding of correctional administration, leadership and policy analysis.

The curriculum provides coursework in criminal justice organizations, corrections and community supervision, and institutional management, and in cross-disciplines such as public administration.

At a glance
Degree requirements

15 credit hours

Required Core (9 credit hours)
CRJ 514 Seminar in Corrections (3)
CRJ 529 Community Corrections (3)
PAF 520 Public Management (3)

Electives (6 credit hours)

Additional Curricular Information
For electives, students should see the academic unit for the approved course list. A culminating experience is not required for this program.

Admission requirements

Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions.

Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited institution.

Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program, or they must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.

All applicants must submit:

  1. graduate admission application
  2. official transcripts
  3. written statement of career and educational goals
  4. proof of English proficiency

Students not admitted to a graduate degree-granting program at ASU (nondegree-seeking students) also must submit two letters of recommendation and a current resume.

Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.

Students from related fields, such as public policy, political science, psychology and sociology, as well as students with other social science degrees, might be interested in this program; however, all eligible students are considered. Most students come from the aforementioned degree fields, although no specific undergraduate degree major is required for admission, and the school accepts applicants from all educational backgrounds.

Admission examinations are not required.

Tuition information
When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.
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ASU Online

ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.

Application deadlines
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Program learning outcomes

Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program has the following program outcomes:

  • Apply management and organizational theories to issues in contemporary correctional practice.
  • Assess the effectiveness of community corrections programs and interventions and their role in promoting evidence-based supervision strategies.
Career opportunities

Graduates of the corrections leadership and management graduate certificate program find a strong job market in the public and private sectors. Employment opportunities include supervisory and management positions in criminal justice agencies (federal, state and local) such as the National Institute of Corrections, the Federal Bureau of Prisons and corrections departments.

Contact information
What are accelerated programs?
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.

3 year programs

These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.

Accelerated master's

These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).

Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
What are concurrent programs?
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
What are joint programs?
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.

What constitutes a new program?
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What are online programs?
ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
What is WRGP (Western Regional Graduate Program)?
The Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP) provides a reduced tuition rate to non-resident graduate students who qualify. Visit the WRGP/WICHE webpage for more information: https://graduate.asu.edu/wiche.

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