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Criminal Justice: A Legal Career That Doesn't Require Law School
June 21, 2007
by Richard Barrington
Business Programs Columnist
Many people are fascinated by the law, but do not see themselves as having the resources to go to law school. In that case, an alternative to law school would be to choose a criminal justice school. Criminal justice degrees are available at the Associate's, Bachelor's, and Master's levels, making a criminal justice degree a potentially faster route to a legal career than law school.
Your choice of criminal justice schools is broad, so understanding possible career paths may help you narrow your choice.
Choosing a Criminal Justice School
A key step in choosing a criminal justice school would be to decide what aspects of criminal justice interest you the most. Criminal justice careers include law enforcement, correctional administration, counseling, investigation, security, and advocacy. Choosing which field of criminal justice you want to pursue will help you examine which schools have the programs and internships related to your interests.
Another factor in choosing a criminal justice school is deciding whether you prefer on-line learning or in-person attendance. Criminal justice programs are available in both formats, so it is a question of which fits your geographic situation, schedule, and personal preference.
Criminal Justice Degrees
Because criminal justice degrees are available at a variety of levels, you can choose the level that suits your career goals. Bachelor's degrees are sufficient for many state and federal jobs in criminal justice, and Associate's degrees may be sufficient at the local level. Also, a criminal justice degree can be an appropriate choice for a pre-law program, if you do plan on going on to law school eventually.
Criminal justice is a field that is vital to a safe and secure society. There are many paths to get you there, and many more choices available in the field when you arrive.
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About the Author:
Richard Barrington is a freelance writer and novelist who previously spent over twenty years as an investment industry executive.
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