Careers in Criminology

by Marilyn Morgan

Book Overview

From police officers to forensic scientists and judges, the criminal justice system offers a variety of promising careers. The first of its kind, this highly informative guide examines functions of... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0737302720
• ISBN13: 9780737302721
• Release Date: September 2000
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill
• Length: 226 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

A Valuable Resource

Careers in Criminology covers a wide spectrum of law enforcement careers. Each section lists the type of job, its specialties and hazards, the skills and education requirements needed, and the salary. In the back is a list of websites and organizations you can contact.If you aren't sure which avenue to take, I suggest reading the book all the way through. It is filled with interesting facts and pertinent information that can help you attain your career. If you already have an idea of what your interests are, you can skip to the relevant chapter. Recommended.

Into the Depths of Public Defense

The author spent many years working in criminology, he shares his knowledge of an extensive variety of jobs from security officer or sheriff to those with a scientific background or a bent for the legal field. There are many obscure areas requiring a full range of skills, interests, and personalities. The book adresses salaries, education, types of work, career ladders and informs the reader in the vast cross section of Careers in Criminal Justice.