Well im currently in college. And im taking law enforcement classes? Im trying to get my Associates. But my goal is to be a parole officer in my future. Im just debating wather if im in the right track? After i do get my associates in applied science A.A.S i beleve i have to get a bachelors but im not sure? what should i do next? I have searched in the internet and they have all these answeres that i have to have a masters in psycology or in sociology and all these different courses can someone help? I dont want tomake the wrong choice and take a course that i wont need?
2006-11-04 05:34:34 · 5 answers · asked by Yossi 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
I have to tell you I have no idea about your chosen profession but I would suggest trying to talk to people already in the profession-maybe call or email(find a website that's local to your area). Also read want ads for particular area you're interested in-that should tell you requirements as well as what they like to see. Call them if possible. If you explain as you did above, and ask for help, someone will probably give good advice.
Good luck!
2006-11-04 05:54:09 · answer #1 · answered by Middleclassandnotquiet 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the state of Texas, parole/probation officers are required to have a bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field such as sociology or social work. Also look to interning. At my office, we have hired the last five interns that worked with us while they were in school. Good luck!
2006-11-04 14:12:20 · answer #2 · answered by T.T. 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best thing I can tell you to do is to speak to your academic adviser. They are there to answer all your questions and to help you with your career goals. The next thing you should do is go and speak to a PO officer and ask what level of education you need. I believe that as of right now you are on the right track.
2006-11-04 13:53:07 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask a college counselor if the courses you'v taken will lead to your goal. If not, then which ones will.
2006-11-04 13:59:51 · answer #4 · answered by iamME 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call and talk to the dept. you are applying for!!! They will be able to tell you what the minimum qualifications for employment. They will also be able to tell you ways to better your chances of employment.
2006-11-04 17:25:16 · answer #5 · answered by brewbum80 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋