Academics
Getting a good job starts in school, with students who make the most of their college experience having a better shot at moving into the profession after graduation.
Use the following tips to make the most of your time in school.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT Indiana University Department of Criminal Justice - Tips for College Success Tips for making the most o.
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Corrections/Rehabilitation
American Correctional Association (ACA) An association of corrections and other law enforcement professionals, the ACA sponsors accreditation of U.S. correctional institutions and facilities.
Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) Charitable organization that supports families of correctional officers who died in the line of duty.
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Fire Safety
National Association of Fire Investigators (NAFI) Organization of professionals who work in fire and explosion investigation.
The NAFI sponsors various training programs, scholarships and symposiums.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) A global nonprofit dedicated to fire prevention through research, training and education outreach.
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Forensics
American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) National association committed to accuracy, precision and specificity in the forensic sciences.
Sponsors newsletters, webinars and meetings, and publishes the Journal of Forensic Sciences.
National Association of Medical Examiners (NAME) Members include physician medical examiners, medico-legal death inv.
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General Criminal Justice
Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS) International association fostering professional and scholarly activities in a number of specific areas.
Website also features an employment bulletin page.
American Society of Criminology (ASC) International organization of professionals pursuing scholarly, scientific and professional knowledge concerning.
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Homeland Security
Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP) Organization dedicated to sharing experiences and methods of professionals in the field.
National Homeland Security Association (NHSA) Sponsors the annual National Homeland Security Conference, a gathering of Homeland Security and emergency management professionals from major cities.
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Law Enforcement
Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) Represents over 25,000 federal law enforcement officers from more than 65 different agencies.
Provides a variety of member services and sponsors a scholarship program.
National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO) A coalition of police unions and associations representing more than 240,000 .
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Resume Building
A resume is often the first point of contact with a potential employer, and it's crucial to make that first impression a good one.
RESUME HELP Criminal Justice Resume ObjectivesSeveral tips for writing clear, concise criminal justice resumes.
Criminal Justice Resume SampleHelpful sample of basic resume for seeking an entry-level job.
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Social Media
Social media plays a part in practically every aspect of our lives, including work, and smart job seekers use it as another tool to promote themselves to employers.
Here are a few tips for making it work: SOCIAL MEDIA RESOURCES Information and advice for maximizing social media presence and social networking in college.
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