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Top 6 Characteristics of an Effective Criminal Investigator

Would you like to be a criminal investigator? Discussions about this type of position often quickly turn to the “hard skills” a criminal investigator must possess. It is fair to say that there are other skills that are just as important. Technical Skills 1. The ability to follow the U.S. Constitution and the Law. Yes, having a firm grasp of the legal aspects of criminal investigations is vital. All of the powers...

5 Unexpected Jobs That Can Be Yours with A Criminal Justice Degree

With a criminal justice degree, you might think of the usual jobs you can pursue such as a police officer, a lawyer, an FBI officer, and even a forensics expert. There are also many unexpected jobs that a criminal justice degree will prepare you for. 5 jobs that can be yours with a criminal justice degree 1. Forensic Entomologist A forensic entomologist is a person who studies the relationship between insects and forensics on a crime scene...

Do I Need a Bachelor’s Degree to Get a Great Job in Criminal Justice?

Shane Stone, Ph.D., Program Director - Criminal Justice That's an excellent question! Perhaps the key to this question is the word “great.” If the dream is to be a high-ranking official in a large or famous criminal justice agency like the FBI, DEA, or the US Marshals, then yes, a Bachelor's Degree, is a must. Are there criminal justice organizations that will hire you with a High School diploma or GED? The answer to...

Is a Master's Degree in Criminal Justice Worth It?

Dave Maloney, Assistant Professor, Colorado Christian University The criminal justice system is a complex system, consisting of many inter-related, sub-disciplines that work in unison to keep our societies safe. Law enforcement, which includes over 670,000 police officers across the US, is a major part of that system. Sometimes it appears the public has a love-hate relationship with law enforcement; however, like the military, it is an...

Cracking the Code of a Criminologist

What does a criminologist do? Here's a brief look at the daily responsibilities and qualifications for those looking into jobs in the criminology field. The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that the rate of positions in the criminal justice industry will continually increase over the rest of the decade. These positions range from police officers, criminologists, detectives, and forensic sciences technicians. Have...

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What Can You do With a Master's in Public Administration?

The public administration masters program through CCU can help you get a job in public service or the private sector. If you have already earned your bachelor's degree, a master's degree in public administration can prepare you for a multitude of roles within a nonprofit, a large business organization, or with the government. Colorado Christian University offers an online MPA degree, which allows you to balance your professional career and...

Here are what kind of jobs you can get with a criminal justice degree.

What Kind of Job Can You Get With a Criminal Justice Degree?

Do you have a passion for criminal law, investigations, homeland security, victimology, or organizational behavior? Are you interested in working at the federal, state, and local levels? If so, working in the criminal justice field might be a good fit for you. With a degree in criminal justice, you could be presented with job opportunities in law enforcement, forensics, legal- and court-related positions, and even information security. ...

CSI Careers: How Real is TV?

Television crime shows like CSI: Las Vegas (Crime Scene Investigation or Investigators) and its spinoffs CSI: Miami and CSI: New York may portray some true-life crime scene analysis, but according to most police detectives, forensic scientists, and other law enforcement officials, these shows are more fiction than fact. While the fiction part makes for great television, here is some information about crime scene work that will give you a more...

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