Careers in Criminal Justice
- ISBN-10
- 1483331466
- ISBN-13
- 9781483331461
- Series
- Careers in Criminal Justice
- Category
- Social Science
- Pages
- 248
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2014-01-28
- Publisher
- SAGE Publications, Incorporated
- Author
- Coy H. Johnston
Description
Coy H. Johnston’s concise, yet thorough and creative text, Careers in Criminal Justice, prepares students to plan, pursue, and realize their career goals—from conception through the hiring process. The book's contemporary approach emphasizes student self-reflection and pragmatism in the pursuit of self-fulfillment and happiness. With coverage of over forty careers in policing, courts, corrections, and victims services, this text provides a comprehensive overview of the most popular and growing careers in the field. Readers are provided self assessment tools to enhance self awareness and steer them toward realistic and suitable careers in criminal justice. This easy-to-read guide is organized to facilitate understanding and encourage growth throughout the reader’s career.
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