Corrections Officer Degree

The Corrections Officer field of study focused on the aspects of a correctional institution including the security, health, safety, and operations. Professional correctional officers are responsible for patrolling and inspecting the myriad aspects of a correctional facility including the yard, units, buildings, cells, prisoners, clothing, and personal property. Get more details below including other Arizona colleges that offer corrections officer degrees.

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Chandler – Gilbert Community College

18401 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ

Founded in 1985, the Chandler-Gilbert Community College is located in Chandler, Arizona and serves the Southeast Valley in Phoenix, the Metropolitan Area and Sun Lakes. CGCC offers a wide array of degrees and certificates in different fields from aviation, health sciences, natural sciences, education, business and computing, fine arts and communications. Its vision is to empower local students and strengthen communities and this is the reason why CGCC is very focused in doing community outreach programs in Chandler.

As of July 1, 2013, students who wish to enroll in CGCC pay a general tuition rate of $81 non-inclusive of the other fees. However, for out-of-state enrollees,  a total of $322 per credit hours is the minimum amount of tuition fee rate. On the other hand, students who wish to transfer to other universities to earn a four-year degree; CGCC has a transfer center where students can be assisted to file for transfer at selected universities below:

• Arizona State University
• Northern Arizona University
• University of Arizona

Currently, CGCC has served more than 19,000 students and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission as well as a member of the North Central Association in Arizona thereby assuring students that they offer  excellent learning experiences to everyone.

Career Options for Graduates

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in criminal justice, corrections, and law enforcement administration. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers

Description

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of correctional officers and jailers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, first-line supervisors of correctional officers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 790
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.07
  • Average Annual Salary: $58390

First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

Description

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of members of police force.

Correctional Officers and Jailers

Description

Guard inmates in penal or rehabilitative institutions in accordance with established regulations and procedures. May guard prisoners in transit between jail, courtroom, prison, or other point. Includes deputy sheriffs and police who spend the majority of their time guarding prisoners in correctional institutions.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, correctional officers and jailers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 8
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.33
  • Average Annual Salary: $42290

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).