CJ 250: Criminal Justice Professional Development

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Class Program

Criminal Justice

Credits

Clinical Hours None

Weekly Contact Hours

Course ID

092411

Meets Degree Requirements For

Restricted Elective

Description

Self-development activities are provided to assist students in gaining employment after graduation. Activities include civil service examinations, both written and oral, and exercises in professional conduct. Each student will go through initial physical assessments, physical training and final physical assessment in preparation for hiring standards and academy level testing standards.

Grading Basis

Graded

Course Learning Outcomes

Prepare an application and resume for the job market.

Research the job market for open positions in a chosen career field.

Present themselves in a commanding manner during an oral interview.

Successfully complete physical agility testing required for the job.

Successfully complete a written civil service exam.

Core Topics

Introduction to a Criminal Justice Career
Job Opportunities in Criminal Justice
Civil Service Testing
Physical Agility Testing
Psychological Testing
Completing an application
Job Interviews