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As a correctional officer, you take on an integral role supervising inmates in jails and juvenile-detention facilities. Corrections officers maintain security and inmate accountability to prevent disturbances, assaults, or escapes.
Our next term begins on October 6th! Call today and get started on your new career!
Correctional Officer Career Opportunities: New Officers in Demand
While many industries are being downsized, the demand for correctional officers continues to rise. In fact, Oregon's counties are constructing new jails at an unprecedented rate.
Oregon alone is currently funded to construct over $1 billion worth of new facilities for 14,000 inmates, and the state is budgeted for 900 new correctional officers, as well as 240 new county correctional officers.
Correctional officers in Oregon make $2,549 to $3,500 per month, in addition to generous health and retirement benefits.
Correctional officer career opportunities include:
- Homeland Security - customs, border patrol, immigration, transportation security administration
- Private security - hospitals, schools, businesses, public utilities, armored services
- Federal Protection Services - federal buildings and employees
- Prisons - federal and state
- County jails - regional and local lock-ups
Correctional Officer Training Program: Get the Skills and Confidence You Need to Launch a Successful Career in Corrections
The correctional officer training program is designed to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the job at an exceptional level, and takes just 7 months to complete!
This course, developed within accordance to the guidelines of the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST), surpasses certification requirements of city, county and state correctional officers. It also exceeds the standards set by the American Correctional Association.
Beyond required correctional skills, the correctional officer program provides you development of basic human strengths including: self-confidence, speaking abilities, reliability, teamwork, physical development, career development and self-promotion.
Small class sizes offer one-on-one attention, ensuring you get all the guidance you need to launch your new career in the shortest time possible. Successful COLA graduates enter the Corrections field with confidence and practical experience after training in our hands-on learning environment.
Career Placement:
You`ll have a leg-up on the job hunting competition and will land a rewarding new position sooner with help from the dedicated College or Legal Arts Career Placement Team. COLA provides you comprehensive career placement strategies and assistance to fast-track your career. Guidance is provided from day one to help you identify your strengths and overcome barriers. You receive professional training on everything from resume and cover letter writing to employer research to interview skills and techniques.
Is a Rewarding Career as a Corrections Officer Right for You?
To find what career is right for you and get specific information on our programs, schedule a FREE appointment with a friendly and knowledgeable College of Legal Arts Admissions Advisor today. You’ll be provided an opportunity to discuss your career plans, tour our campus and observe live classes. Your Admissions Advisor can schedule a time to meet with financial aid to discuss a number of financial aid options that will work for you.
You can either use the online request form or call us at 503-928-3431 to arrange a visit. Appointments are available day and evening, Monday through Thursday and from 8:00 am to 4 p.m. on Fridays. |
