Corrections Career Studies Certificate
This Career Studies Certificate in Corrections is designed to provide a working knowledge of the corrections field and an understanding of the skills used to manage, treat and counsel inmates. The Foundations of Criminal Justice CSC is a prerequisite for this program for students pursuing a Criminal Justice AAS degree. An optional Level 2 G3 program in Law Enforcement is also offered along this pathway.
Program Length 1 year (2 semesters)
Career Opportunities Correction officers in jails and prisons, community corrections, probation/parole officer, re-entry specialist.
Is this pathway for you? Yes, if you wish to serve and protect others through dedication to public service.
G3 Eligible This program is G3 eligible. G3 Scholarships cover tuition and fees for Virginia residents of modest income who are pursuing high demand careers.
Tuition & Fees At only $162.11 per credit hour, you’ll save $10K to $22K, in tuition costs alone, by starting at VHCC! Out-ofstate students living within a 30-mile radius qualify for in-state tuition.
Robin Widener has a B.A. in Sociology, an M.S. in Criminal Justice, and an M.A. degree in Human Services Counseling: Crisis Response and Trauma. She has over 27 years of experience in the Criminal Justice System and is a guest instructor for several state and local organizations.
Robin Widener Program Coordinator
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rwidener@vhcc.edu | 276-739-2408
Why start at Virginia Highlands?
For more than 50 years, VHCC has been committed to making our region a better place to live, work, and learn!
Beautiful 100 acre campus in Abingdon
SAT & ACT Not Required for Admission
The SAT and ACT are merely numerical indicators of college readiness and are therefore not required. We’ve found that if you’re committed to your own success, regardless of your scores, then we’ll be able to help you cross the finish line!
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Our instructors and career coaches are recognized by regional industry leaders and enjoy tremendous success connecting our students with employment opportunities upon degree completion.
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