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 Virginia colleges that offer corrections officer degrees.

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Dabney S Lancaster Community College (DSLCC)

101 Elm Avenue SE, Roanoke, VA

Dabney S. Lancaster Community College, located in Clifton Forge Virginia, is a fully accredited two-year institution that offers the opportunity for students to complete their associate’s degree in an effort to transfer to a four-year university, or to pursue a career studies certificate and augment their existing profession.

DSLCC offers 13 different associate degrees that include: nursing, culinary arts, forest management, education, science, administration of justice, business management, and many, many more. Also offered at DSLCC are many career certificates including: business leadership, EMS, office management, web design, massage therapy, hospitality management, and many more.

Not only does DSLCC offer a wide array of programs to study, they also offer classes for middle and high school students, as well as the opportunity to attend governor’s school. Those who need assistance paying for their tuition at DSLCC may want to take part in the school’s financial aid initiative that helps students with their tuition and fees.

The cost to attend Dabney S. Lancaster Community College is $123.00 per credit hour for in-state residents. Out-of-state residents may attend DSLCC for $299.00 per credit hour.

DSLCC is a member of the VCCS system and guarantees acceptance into any state university to all of its students who graduate with their associate’s degree.

If you would like to apply to Dabney S. Lancaster Community College, or would like to learn more about the programs of study and career certificate programs that are offered there, click here to access the official DSLCC website.

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

• Roanoke, VA
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $30.50
  • Average Annual Salary: $63440

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

• Roanoke, VA
  • Total Employment: 490
  • Average Hourly Rate: $18.96
  • Average Annual Salary: $39440

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