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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.
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Grand Rapids Community College - Main Campus
Grand Rapids Community College, Main Campus, is a community college in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Its career-focused offerings prepare students for work in radiologic technology, nursing, surgical technology, business administration, computer support, criminal justice, cybersecurity, data science, dental assisting, HVACR, licensed practical nursing, medical assisting, phlebotomy, and welding. The college offers associate degrees, certificates, and workforce training programs, with academic and career resources organized through schools and departments. Areas of study include health care, information technology, public safety, business, skilled trades, and applied science. Grand Rapids Community College also provides job training programs and workforce training programs for employers and community members. Its program portfolio includes both occupational credentials and broader associate-degree pathways, supporting preparation for technical, clinical, administrative, and skilled-trade roles.