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Graduate with a Corrections Certificate and you will have a marketable advantage when you apply for adult corrections officer positions in Michigan prisons. The Michigan Department of Corrections gives hiring preference to job candidates who have completed a degree or certificate in Corrections.
The five courses in the GRCC Corrections Certificate have been approved by the Michigan Department of Corrections and will serve as the minimum requirements that will allow you to apply for an entry level position as a Corrections Officer. This certificate will also enhance your skills if you are currently employed in a correctional setting.
The Correctional Officer Training Act requires that specific college courses (with a grade of C or higher) and academy training are necessary in order to certify individuals as correctional officers. Discuss your career goals with our GRCC Corrections Training Coordinator before enrolling.
Organization
Grand Rapids Community College - Main Campus
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids Community College, headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI, is a public higher education institution with a century-long history of educational service, founded in 1914. It offers over 145 career, transfer, and certificate programs and partners with over 345 companies for custom workforce training, providing seamless transfer opportunities to more than 35 college and university programs. The college annually awards $1.1 million in scholarships to over 1,000 students, fostering a supportive environment that inspires and empowers students to succeed and contribute to the community. Its Phlebotomy Skills for Healthcare program is delivered in a hybrid format, preparing students for certification and employment.
Highlights:
- Michigan's first community college with over 100 years of history
- Seamless transfer to more than 35 college and university programs
- Strong workforce development partnerships
- Hybrid-delivered Phlebotomy Skills for Healthcare program prepares students for certification and employment
- Awards $1.1 million in scholarships annually to over 1,000 students