They also learn to critically analyze problems and to develop and test methods to solve those problems through required courses in research methods and statistics. Other Career Possibilities with a Bachelor s Degree Students graduating with a major in criminal justice have found positions in the social welfare field, in law offices as assistants, in regulatory agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency and Occupational Health and Safety Administration , and in business. Practice of criminal law requires a law degree. Numerous teaching and research opportunities in this growing field of study are available to graduates of Ph.D. programs in criminal justice. The job outlook for the foreseeable future is excellent.
Crime is a major domestic policy concern and efforts continue to find effective responses to it.
Opportunities in policing are expanding with the passage of the recent Crime Control Act. Probation and parole offices are hiring in response to increasing demands. Private security continues to grow dramatically as well. Information and resources for a variety of criminal justice related topics. A large listing of sites and resources related to the field.