Career questions tagged criminal-justice
Criminal justice is a four-year degree earned in college. Popular careers include law enforcement, lawyers, forensic nurse. Please read below for more information. Read more Show less
How many years do you need to study in order to work as a criminal investigator?
How long do you need to study or train for in order to work as a criminal investigator? Are there certain requirements needed?
"How can the criminal justice system strike a balance between ensuring public safety and fostering rehabilitation for individuals convicted of crimes, especially in the context of evolving societal norms and changing perspectives on punishment"?
"What educational and professional pathways should individuals pursue to become a Crime Scene Investigator, and how does the evolving landscape of forensic technology impact the skills and qualifications required in the field of criminal justice?"
What are some good tips to becoming a state trooper after the military?
What should I research or start doing routinely to accomplish this?
Where does legal scholarship enter a case, and how does that affect the outcome of the case?
Where does legal scholarship enter a case, and how does that affect the outcome of the case?
What is it like to be a white collar crime investigator What does a day in the life look like?
I have seen it on TV, but I would like to know if it is mentally draining or always boring.
How much work, time, and effort does it take to become a lawyer?
This means how much work are you getting in law school, how many years does it take, and how hard is it being a lawyer?
What degrees make sense for someone with ADD? I also have another question.
I'm stuck between a few choices before going to college and my current dilemma is finding something that I can generally enjoy and live to do. But it isn't easy if I essentially dislike repetitive tasks due to ADD. Not to mention I need something that interests me and changes over time. I've been split between 4 majors which are: Criminal Justice, Psychology, Business and Political Science (less so for the other 2 honestly) I just looked into Criminology and the jobs relating to that but Criminologist seems as if it might need Criminology but it also stated on 2 different places Psychology would work to do that. Is this true? Also to make you more aware of my goal, I generally speaking plan to dual degree in Criminal Justice and Psychology.
do I have to go to college to be a police because if so what is one of the best ones for a 18 year old.
And if not then how do i get into a police academy
How did you know you wanted to pursue a career in forensic science?
Hello, I have recently developed an interest in forensics and have decided that that is what I want to do. I am currently getting my associate's in general studies, and once I complete that, I'll focus on the studies required for forensic science. What schools do you suggest I go to? What was your experience throughout university? Also, I would like to interview a forensic scientist for an upcoming assignment.
What are the best fields of law to go into for someone who enjoys politics, but also enjoys studying criminal cases?
However, the idea of defending a criminal does not sit right with me, and having a criminal get out of jail come after me for prosecuting them is also nerve wracking.
What should I study for Criminal Psychology?
I am a sophomore in high school and I want to become a criminal behavior profiler. I want to learn about how criminals think & what leads them to do what they do. I know that it can take a huge toll on you, but what other challenges to people in this field, & what I should study in college or what high school courses would help.
What are some of the hardest things someone in Criminal psychology does/faces ?
I'm a sophomore in high school and I'm trying to plan out my future. I really want to do criminal psychology and something in the FBI. I want to help criminal cases and save people or help people that need it. I want to learn more about how criminals think and act. I mostly want to work in the Behavioral analysis unit but I'm wondering what some of the hardest things they do/face are? If anyone could help answer this that would be great!!
What is it like being a forensic nurse. How much money do you make in a month. Do you deal with a lot of blood.
I have an A+ in forensics and we are learning about blood splatter
How do you proceed a case if the victims won’t give you any evidence or information?
How do you get your client to share the information you need to win the case
What kind of training do people take in order to be a police officer?
I'm a freshman in high school and currently trying to figure out what I want to do when I grow up, but I always want to help individuals and help people have justice for themselves or their families.
How do you deal with losing a case?
When you are on a case for sexual assault and you lose how do you deal with it
How long do you normally go to college for a law enforcement officer?
How long do you normally go to college for a law enforcement officer?
What jobs that are in the FBI that don't require the PFT or any physical training but can also gain me great experience in the field? Also, is there a good job/major that can help you chances getting into the FBI in some field?
I am a 9th grader taking high school and college courses in a dual-enrollment program. I am looking for a law enforcement related job
How much is the minimum salary a police officer can earn?
How many years is the maximum you can do as a police officer?
How hard is it to be a police officer?
My name is Isack am a middle school student. How hard is it to be a police officer? Would it help to go to college.
How is the opportunities for advancement in the criminal investigations department?
What does the career path in criminal justice look like? What can i expect?
How long does it take to get a criminal justice degree?
Approximately how many years of college should i expect to obtain my criminal justice degree.
What steps do I need to take to obtain the necessary certifications for the criminal investigations division??
What degrees and training do i need to succeed in this feild??
What does it take to advance in the criminal justice field?
I want to obtain a criminal justice degree with the long-term goal of joining the criminal investigation division
Was all the schooling worth it?
My plan is to get some kind of degree in Psychology. I may even go as far as a PhD I'm still not sure. I want to join the FBI and study criminal behavior. Analyze behavior and predict violent criminal's next moves to catch them.
What is the best and worst part of being a police officer ?
I’m a middle school student who is interested in being a police officer. However, I was wondering if a police officer is the career for me. what are the best and worst parts of being a police officer. What did it take to become a police officer. What was the biggest challenge of becoming a police officer.
What is forensic accounting like in terms of day to day work, what type of cases do you work, is it typically focused on large projects like organized crime?
What is forensic accounting like in terms of day to day work, what type of cases do you work, is it typically focused on large projects like organized crime?
How involved in the treatment of patients are psychiatrists?
Do they simply diagnose and/or prescribe treatment? Or do they directly partake in the treatment process, too, like doing talk therapy? I'm looking into psychologists and psychiatrists and both are appealing to me, but I want to be able to be involved in the treatment and be able to aid in healing and/or coping of patients.
What are the skills needed for a criminal defense lawyer?
I need to know for a career project I´m doing, so some skills would be helpful for my project.
What does the everyday routine of a judge look like ?
Hello. I am in 12th standard currently and my subjects are Political Science, History, Economics, English and Psychology, although I am particularly drawn to Political Science, History and English. I want to pursue a career in law and I'm specifically attracted towards joining the judiciary but I am uncertain of what being a judge would entail or if I am fit for this job at all. So could you please provide me some insight into what the everyday routine of a judge looks like ?
What? Why do we need to use this app just for evolve
Why is it that this website helps us on alot of things.
Do you have to go to college to be a 911 dispatcher if so what are the best colleges to attend?
I want to be the person to answer the 911 calls, but I'm not sure if I have to attend college in order to do this.
What do you need to become a homicide detective ?
What do degree do you have to get in order to be able to become a homicide detective? I have been wondering that for ages. Do you need one? Or you could just apply?
Where can I find reliable internships online?
I am interested in criminal justice and forensic science. How can I find internships that pertain to those interests when I am only 17?
what types of training and classes will i need to attend to become a police officer?
i want to either become a police officer or sheriffs deputy. i am looking to find out what is needed of me to be able to be in this line of work.
What is a good first start to become a homicide detective ?
I’ve always had a passion for anything involving law, specifically a homicide detective but i’ve never known how to get a start on it. I’m asking for help and advice on this so i can do whatever it takes to become what i’ve always wanted to be!
after i’m a police officer how do i become a homicide detective?
i’m so confused do i go to school while i’m an officer or what? plus what’s the college degree do i need
In order to successfully enter criminal profiling early, what steps should I take?
I am going to be entering college soon, and would like to know the quickest path to my success.
Which degree(s) will I need to go into the criminal psychology/criminology field?
There are a lot of different degrees regarding this field and I’m not sure what or which colleges and degrees to look at. It would be helpful if I could get suggestions as to which colleges/universities and degrees to look further into.
How many hours can an Emergency Dispatcher(911 operator) work ?
I'm looking into becoming one once i get out of high school to have on my resume in case I decide to get into criminology, I would just like to know the limit of hours they are able to to work, time I don't think would be an issue for me.
Is a career path such as criminology worth it?
I’m currently a junior in high school and have always want to be a vet like a ton of kids when they’re younger. However, I recently started thinking about criminal psychology after watching “The Silence of the Lambs”. I just felt like that was something that I absolutely wanted to be. But I want to know if a path like criminal psychology, or even other careers in criminal justice/criminology are really worth it or not. Meaning: are they boring, interesting, emotional draining, etc.
What are three important things I should know about being a Police Officer? (e.g, working conditions, typical schedule, rewards, and challenges including those for those people new to the job)?
Trying to get information like this to help me understand what I will be dealing with
What college is the best in New York to go to for forensics?
I would like to go into CSI Forensics when I am older and I would like to know my best college option in New York so I can stay close to family and friends.