TIPS FOR SUCCESS/IMPORTANT!
Mission
and Vision
Activities
Print out this page on your computer--and
follow the tips during the time you spend at Prince George’s Community College.
If You Want a Career in Administration of Justice or a Related Field, Then…
Step #1: Learn about the career by
*reading Career Fields and Required Degrees and Transfer Colleges and Universities (under Program Specific Information);
*checking the list of Web Sites (under Program Specific Information); and
*contacting agencies in the geographical area in which you want to work to inquire about minimum requirements, job descriptions, and openings.
Step #2: Prepare for the career by
*completing the degree in the appropriate curriculum in Administration of Justice (Curricula and Courses under Program Specific Information);
*reading Professional Journals (under Program Specific Information) and other publications in the college library;
*participating in Service Learning Classes (under Program Specific Information) and Enrichment Activities and Cooperative Education and Internships;
*joining Professional Associations (under Program Specific Information)--some of which accept student members;
*making certain that you can pass a background check when required for the career position; and
*transferring to a four-year college or university (Transfer Colleges and Universities under Program Specific Information) before, if necessary, or after you are employed in your career field.
Step #3: Apply for the career by
*creating a resume and obtaining applications from agencies; and
*visiting the Career Center (Marlboro Hall, Room 2102) to utilize their wide range of services, including counseling, assessments, and job placement.