21250 Stevens Creek Blvd.
Cupertino, CA 95014 • 408.864.5678
Cupertino, CA 95014 • 408.864.5678
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Careers in Administration of JusticeThe field of administration of justice prepares individuals for careers in law enforcement, corrections, private security and community service areas. Persons employed in the field provide both public and private security services in a variety of environments: private businesses, residential complexes, government agencies, as well as community police departments and correctional facilities. The employment outlook for careers in this field is excellent. The California Employment Development Department projects by 2012 a large increase in opportunities of: 34.3% for police and sheriffs patrol officers; 22.3% for correctional officers and jailers; and 27.7% for security guards (Source: Labor Market Info www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov).Necessary Education and Skills for Career Success
General Info About the ProgramDe Anza College offers certificate and degree programs to prepare individuals for employment in the administration of justice field. These programs provide training in the following areas: private security, corrections/probations, and law enforcement. The program offerings also provide excellent professional development opportunities for individuals currently employed in the field. Administration of Justice Certificate and Degree ProgramsThe following links open in .pdf. Certificate of Achievement-Advanced: Associate Degrees (A.A.):
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About De Anza
Employers report a growing need for a workforce of experienced private security and police and correctional officers. Individuals interested in private security careers should be physically and emotionally fit, be able to use professional judgment, have good written and verbal communications skills, and enjoy working with the public. Those desiring careers in police or correctional fields should have completed extensive academic and specialized practical training in criminal law, sociology/community studies, search/seizure, powers of arrest, firearms, self-defense and public safety. Police and correctional employment requires individuals to be physically and emotionally fit and to possess excellent analytical skills. They must be able to pass rigorous state examinations and thorough background checks.
