Correctional Counseling Certificate

Career Certificate
Cost
$7,324*

Specializing in reducing repeat offenders

When you obtain a certificate in correctional counseling, you help people see a better future for themselves.

This program is unique to CLC. In addition to classwork, gain a practicum in a professional setting. Gain specialized knowledge and skills to work with clients, including:

  • using the strengths perspective
  • developing a reintegration plan
  • completing a social history
  • documenting casework

What can you do with a Certificate in Correctional Counseling?

Become a specialist and build on your existing degree or expertise in criminal justice, psychology, human services, counseling or social work.

Just starting out in college? Complete the certificate along with an associate degree to become well-positioned for a job focused on rehabilitating individuals involved with the justice system. Your career aspirations may require additional education.

Start right away with your certificate in roles such as:

  • caseworker aide
  • probation aide
  • parole aide

With additional education, you can become:

  • treatment manager
  • therapist
  • mental health clinician

Highlights

  • National Addiction Studies Accreditation Commission

    This program is commended for excellence in the preparation of the 21st-century addictions professional workforce.
  • 100% Online

    Can be completed 100% online.
  • Financial Aid/Scholarships Available

    Based on need and/or achievement. Explore ways to pay for college.
  • Career Certificate

    Earn a career certificate in 1 year or less to refine your skills into an in-demand career.
  • Program Length: 1.5 Years

    Full-time students can complete in 1.5 years.

Career Outlook

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Recommended Pathway

This pathway serves as a guide for students to complete the degree or certificate assuming full-time enrollment (registered in 12 or more credit hours per semester) with Semester 1 typically representing a Fall term. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their College and Career Navigator (CCN) to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements based on individual academic goals. For a more inclusive list of course options, see the college catalog.

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  • Credit for prior learning available
  • Dual credit options available
  • Global citizenship
  • Online/Virtual options available
  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    CLC 120 2
    • Course Code CLC 120
      Course Title
      Credits 2
      Course Highlights
  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    HUS 123 3
    HUS 128 3
    HUS 140 3
    CRJ 121 3
    CRJ 227 3
    • Course Code HUS 123
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code HUS 128
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code HUS 140
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code CRJ 121
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code CRJ 227
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    HUS 253 3
    CRJ 214 3
    HUS 219 3
    HUS 154 2
    HUS 274 1
    HUS 152 2
    HUS 299 1
    • Course Code HUS 253
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code CRJ 214
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code HUS 219
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code HUS 154
      Course Title
      Credits 2
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code HUS 274
      Course Title
      Credits 1
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code HUS 152
      Course Title
      Credits 2
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code HUS 299
      Course Title
      Credits 1
      Course Highlights

Total Credit Hours

35

*Cost is estimated based on recommended pathway credit hours. This includes in-district tuition and other fees, such as books and materials before financial aid is applied, as well as grants, loans or scholarships. There are many opportunities for financial assistance at CLC. Learn more about Cost of Attendance.




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