Undergraduate Certificate in Corrections

This program is delivered only through Kenai Peninsula College.

This undergraduate certificate provides training in the field of corrections, instruction in written and oral communication skills, and a foundation in restorative justice, criminology and justice organization and management. The certificate may be extended to a more advanced degree with the completion of additional coursework.

Admission Requirements

Complete the Admission Requirements for Undergraduate Certificates.

Program admission will be based on approval through Kenai Peninsula College (KPC). Students must submit the KPC admissions application and the application for the corrections program.

Graduation Requirements

COMM A111Fundamentals of Oral Communication3
or COMM A237 Interpersonal Communication
or PSY A153 Human Relations
HUMS A125Prevention of High Risk Behaviors in Adolescents3
or HUMS A301 Substance Abuse Prevention
HUMS A155Field Work and Human Service Practice3
JUST A110Introduction to Criminal Justice3
JUST A210Principles of Corrections3
JUST A211Introduction to Restorative Justice3
JUST A221Dynamics of Criminal Justice Organizations3
JUST A251Theories of Crime and Criminal Offending3
Complete two of the following:6
Writing Across Contexts
Writing and the Professions
Writing and the Sciences
Arguing Across Contexts
Total30

A minimum of 30 credits is required for this certificate.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

The specific education outcomes of this program are to produce graduates who are able to:

  • Describe the criminal justice system as a whole and the organization of criminal justice institutions.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in probation, parole and correctional institutional methods.
  • Coordinate with human services and other public service entities.
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with professionals in criminal justice and/or related agencies.
  • Explain theories of criminology.
  • Describe adult corrections institutions, community-based programs and restorative justice.
  • Explain relevant human services issues (human behavior, substance abuse) and problem-solving methods.