Program Description
The Corrections Training program prepares students for careers in correctional facilities, detention centers, and related public safety environments. Students will learn the fundamentals of inmate supervision, security procedures, legal and ethical responsibilities, crisis management, and effective communication. The program emphasizes hands-on training in safety protocols, conflict resolution, and emergency response. Graduates will be prepared to meet state and federal certification requirements and to pursue entry-level positions in correctional and detention settings.
Career Outlook
Graduates of the Corrections Training program are prepared for entry-level positions in correctional and detention facilities, including state and federal prisons, county jails, and juvenile detention centers. Career opportunities include Correctional Officer, Detention Officer, and other roles in public safety and security. According to labor market data, demand for trained correctional professionals is steady, with opportunities for advancement into supervisory and specialized positions with additional experience and training.
Application Deadline
Review the TMC academic calendar for admission and registration deadlines for each semester.
Program Courses
Program Required Courses
| BOTE 177 | Job Readiness | 1 |
| CJ 105 | Corrections Skills Lab | 2 |
| CJ 110 | Introduction to Corrections | 3 |
| CJ 115 | Drugs and Society | 3 |
| CJ 125 | Communication and Problem Solving in Law Enforcement | 3 |
| CJ 130 | Security Guard Lab I | 4 |
| CJ 205 | Ethics and Psychology for LE Professionals | 3 |
| CJ 265 | Juvenile Justice System | 3 |
| CJ 281 | Corrections Academy (lab) | 5 |
| CJ 282 | Special Populations: Law Enforcement Responses | 3 |
| HPER 210 | First Aid/CPR | 2 |
Corrections Certificate Pathway
Program of Study Year One |
Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
Course # | Course Title | Credits | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
CJ 110 | Introduction to Corrections | 3 | CJ 105 | Corrections Skills Prep | 2 |
CJ 115 | Drugs and Society | 3 | CJ 205 | Ethics and Psychology for LE Professionals | 3 |
CJ 125 | Communication and Problem Solving in Law Enforcement | 3 | CJ 265 | Juvenile Justice System | 3 |
CJ 130 | Security Guard Lab I | 4 | CJ 281 | Corrections Academy | 5 |
BOTE 177 | Job Preparation | 1 | CJ 282 | Special Populations: Law Enforcement Responses | 3 |
HPER 210 | First Aid/CPR | 2 |
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| Total Credits | 16 |
| Total Credits | 16 |
Total Program Credits: 32