The criminal justice field focuses on the maintenance of public safety and the control of criminal behavior.
Employment is found in government, the private sector, and nonprofit organizations.
Educational requirements vary greatly in this field. Advanced technology and increasingly complex legal issues have led to increased educational requirements, especially for positions with the federal government. The criminal justice field is moving toward specialization areas that will require continued or additional education and training. The major areas of specialization are technology, computer security, and intelligence. The primary responsibilities in this category are the maintenance of peace, the prevention of crime, and the apprehension of criminals.