CRIMINAL JUSTICE MAJOR (REAL) JOBS! & TIPS ON RESEARCHING CAREERS

[@bj5son1]

In CJ or Criminology, you definitely have to "think outside of the box." As she stated, it's not ONLY policing, parole/probation, lawyer, etc. Any agency that deals w/ behavioral health and law, certain court jobs like court case managers, background checks/Investigations, beahvioral intake/assessment coordinator, park and ranger jobs, fire/arson, vehicular/accident claims investigator, investigation, victims advocate or counselor, legal aids, addiction counseling, etc. There are so many areas to choose from.

[@MercadezMichelle]

I had to pin this because you are correct. There are so many opportunities in this field outside of the typical careers.

[@bj5son1]

@@MercadezMichelle I'm honored 😊 thank you. I actually work in a mental health treatment court. Much of what I do involves assessing and documenting to ensure that the client/defendant is compliant w/ their treatment program which helps to reduce recidivism. It's a great profession.

[@tiannab8040]

@@bj5son1 hi! You’re comment made me feel a little more at ease. Just made one full year with a BS in Criminology and unsure of what to do next. Your job sounds interesting. Were you able to be hired with just a BS?

[@bj5son1]

@@tiannab8040 yes and no. Yes, w/ a bachelors and 2 yrs experience and no, they also advertised the position for an Associates w/ 4 years experience. Hope this makes sense 🤔

[@goldenhourcowboy]

@@bj5son1 Can I ask what experience did you have that qualified?

[@GirlDadYoutubeChannel]

Great video. I double majored BA in Criminal Justice & Economics. I worked in the Criminal Justice System for 20 years, former State of Colorado Juvenile Probation Officer & Legal Researcher, I worked 10 years in K-12 Education former Teacher, Restorative Justice Coordinator and Dean of Students both middle & high school. I have been a Certified Paralegal since 1984, I got my Paralegal certification in the United States Marine Corps 1984-1988. I was a Paralegal working at USMC Office of the Staff Judge Advocate!!! I have been blessed my entire life and raised four adult daughters. I got accepted to law school but passed, which was a great decision. Blessings, sis!!!

[@dasiahale7518]

I changed my major to criminal justice last fall because I realized I didn’t want to major in Hospitality. I’m liking criminal Justice and I’m willing to know more about this program of study.

[@natemotivation8523]

I have a BS in Criminal Justice and a BA in Psychology, and this combo of education has made job hunting so much fun 😀

[@ronniellewilliams2306]

What are your career options please,

[@natemotivation8523]

@@ronniellewilliams2306 pretty much anything at this point. Now, I work full time at a halfway house helping inmates transition back home. Cool gig.

[@ronniellewilliams2306]

@@natemotivation8523 I’m going to double majoring in human services and Psychology. Are my career options similar

[@samanthacorte4728]

If u wanted to work with children with these two degrees what could u choose ?

[@natemotivation8523]

@@samanthacorte4728 case manager, group home manager, lots of jobs. I can also become a cop.

[@aishaakajade9634]

First Time looking at your channel. In my second semester for my B.S. Criminal Justice. Starting now to see what is my “right niche”. Thanks for the video 🙂

[@Tanile27]

1. US Secret Service - Criminal Investigator 2. Criminalist 3. Criminal Research Specialist

[@a.winfrey]

This was a great video! I graduated may 2020 and I’m still trying to find a job in Criminology- I also double majored in Sociology. And I recently relocated to Dallas so low key struggling with this job thing but I’m going try out these tips.

[@MercadezMichelle]

I hope it helps! There are a lot of jobs out here in the DFW area right now. Good luck

[@knownasmar9780]

exact same lol

[@brennaruano2486]

Im in the exact same situation I graduated in 2020 and I’m still struggling to find a job they all want experience but how I’m i gonna get it if i can’t get the job.

[@kxm1135]

@@brennaruano2486 you all are my people. I’ve been struggling for a long time trying to find a job

[@shanicegrande8631]

indeed is a good job search

[@Thelindseyss]

Great video I graduated May 2021 with a criminal Justice and criminally degree. It has been officially a year. I have been worn out with applying for jobs and applying for jobs not even in my field or feeling like I have to settle because no one will give me an opportunity to At least start *entry level* . they see no experience but a degree and don’t respond to me or decline me by saying no thank you … so thank you for this video for more help!

[@johnnymcarr]

That’s me right now, you need experience but you can’t get experience. I’m looking into banks now and it’s still even hard to get lol. Don’t give up we got this

[@jovy.0x_rodriguez595]

Hey ! So you can get into DEA, FBI, They want experience but they want people who are clean, basically not coming from a law enforcement background so they can mold you.

[@IamLolaLasaige]

We are in the same boat to know others are experiencing this problem is shocking !

[@morganjohnson9335]

Girl omg I feel you 100% on this and it’s really discouraging. Thanks for making me feel like I’m not alone! Good luck with your job hunting!🤞🏽

[@journeyswithjameka4604]

The struggle has definitely been way too real. This is me rn. I hope it gotten better for you since you’ve made this comment 🙏🏾

[@ernestcooper4103]

Been having trouble with my BS in Criminal Justice. This video help THANKS!

[@McCainJ44]

Very Helpful Information!!! Thinking about getting my Masters Degree in Criminal Justice this Fall 2022

[@elyp2492]

I’m doing the same for this spring 2022.

[@movementbymyself7222]

Same here

[@joliemoee5714]

Same here

[@Classyvxbe]

Same here to

[@JoeTheOne]

I graduated in may 2020, right at the peak of the pandemic lol. There were no jobs for that whole 2020-21 year and I just felt devastated, I honestly lost my love/interest for CJ. I had been interning at NJ’s state police dept right before the pandemic. I couldn’t find jobs and people wouldn’t even give me a chance because I had no experience. It really sucks if I’m being honest. But now, 2 years after graduating, I’m trying to get back into it and see where I can just get in. I’ve been so confused these 2 years feeling like I wasted 4 years of college for nothing at times. I’m noticing I want to be involved with cyber crime but I’m hoping I don’t need a CS for that since I’m CJ :( this video game across at a perfect time for myself, to remind me that I do want to find something in the field. I hope all us CJ majors end up doing what they love in this field, as it can be very very tough. Blessings to all.

[@jovy.0x_rodriguez595]

NJ State police is hiring now !! 💯

[@joannajamerson35]

I graduated in 2018/19 . I'm now 47. We had a fatal fire and then covid. I'm exhausted trying to find a job

[@siesie768]

In the same boat..I graduated in late 2019 with a BS in Investigative Forensics and im still trying to find a job in this field..employers need to give people without experience a chance!

[@mozaikgem]

My babygirl starting college this weekend! 🥳 I asked her what’s her major and she said criminal justice and I’m still trying to figure out wtf she going to school for lol. Now I see there’s a lot of choices

[@bignaf1875]

You also have to take age into consideration. Some criminal justice related jobs have an age requirement. It’s not like a business degree

[@ishanibriones4121]

I’m going to do Associate Criminal Justice Soon and my height is 4’09 can i still be a police officer? If not can i still work inside the police department ? I’m really interested in this job! Can someone help me out please? Thank you in advance

[@geebolesgaming]

So having a criminal justice degree isn't enough

[@atkippes]

Really informative and helpful! Thank you for sharing your video!

[@MercadezMichelle]

Thank you for watching!

[@xzilio]

I enjoyed watching this! Thank you Michelle!

[@MercadezMichelle]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@GWoodGood]

Protecting and serving people that need protecting #priceless 😂😂😂😂

[@robertspurrier7494]

50k for barely seeing family is definately not ideal:/

[@thomasryan2679]

I have a Bachelor of Science Degree from an upper-tired university. Unfortunately, it's not a valuable degree. It's not competitive except for jail guard or entry-level office work. I do not recommend this curriculum. Anyone thinking it relates to law school is sadly wrong.

[@Cupcake40]

I’m getting burnt out in the medical field, I’m looking to change over to criminal justice

[@MrTashiTundup]

Same with me! I started school for cj this fall

[@winger9229]

Let me know if you changed or not I’m considering computer science but may go into criminal justice

[@crystalwilliams8867]

hello luv thank you for this info... because i am a teacher her in fl and it sucks we are very much under paid for all the bs and many different roles we as teacher have to play... i have my BA in CJ and am working on my master... yet i'm stuck teaching kids that can care less about life or education.....

[@celinacelerysalt]

This is so helpful! I'm here in Houston

[@MercadezMichelle]

Glad it was helpful my fellow Texan.

[@josephb4086]

How are you doing? Security/crime prevention/loss prevention/private detectives/alarm monitoring etc. Is most important in my opinion to help keep everyone safe and has the most income potential. Safety is key. Im undecided whether to enroll in a criminal justice program or security management type like homeland security. What do you recommend? Im highly trained already in security/basic criminal justice. Take care, thanks.

[@ishanibriones4121]

Is criminal justice Worth It ? 💯

[@ssgg12333]

Would you need to go to law school afterwards to get a good criminal justice job? Or would that just be more for lawyers and other law based careers?

[@codywilkins9951]

Don’t know if I missed it but where would you look for this jobs like where online or job sites

[@larrychapman3718]

I just retired from the Army after 20 years and now I have received my Master's in criminology with an emphasis in Homeland Security give me some advice as to what's out there for me and what Avenue is approach should I pursue just where to start with this degree.

[@summerhodges46]

A few of my friends retired army and went homeland security and i can tell you that they make 80+ per year and more when they go on assignment. And she’s right, there are more jobs out there.

[@palinaroma6477]

Thank you for the new information.

[@TCJ24116]

Im thinking of switching from early childhood education to criminal justice but I am not sure if I want to do a BA in Criminology and crime analysis or forensic psychology 😭

[@amberwilson4620]

I am going to school right now for criminal justice and I was wondering if there are any jobs that directly deals with substance abuse in the criminal justice system?

[@MercadezMichelle]

Have you guys been able to find a job in your career field?

[@agapimo3238]

My son just graduated CJ and applied to 50 jobs in indeed etc and nothing yet !! ☹️

[@KishaunaRussell]

This was so helpful. Thank you❤

[@tiffanyblack9704]

What about paralegal

[@madeleineblood6721]

OMG Your lashes are everything!!!! what brand are they/where r they from?

[@MercadezMichelle]

I don’t know the exact style name but they are Miss Lash yellow/gold and black package at the beauty supply

[@rofiatoyetunde4906]

As a non-immigrant what are the job opportunities available after you acquire a masters program in criminal justice

[@verneshaxquisite8638]

Really good video thank you so much Queen

[@shariecebrewster5962]

Question on your video and why do law?

[@ericahernandez8891]

What do you do for work if you don’t mind me asking

[@shariecebrewster5962]

I do have a question and I don't know how to start

[@shariecebrewster5962]

I am taking class as well how lawyer as well

[@shariecebrewster5962]

How did you know what's career for you and why

[@astridmazariegos5976]

I want to get into this field but don't want to be an officer but i would like to work in the administrative part of it any recommendations or what kind of degree i should be going for ?

[@MercadezMichelle]

Public administration or political science. You can minor and major in criminal justice as well.

[@shariecebrewster5962]

New on there's and learning more I am doing it's all on my own learning a about the law

[@MercadezMichelle]

This journey started with me wanting to be a lawyer when I was a little girl. However, I got specific with my passion for the law as I got older and wanted to help children in the system because they still had hope in my eyes to get on the right track. Now my goal is still the same but I want to help children before they even become apart of the system and implement structure, goals and opportunities into their life before the system ever gets ahold of them. Figure out your purpose and then your why and put them together to get to your end goal.

[@sarahramirez5233]

@@MercadezMichellethis really hit hard for me. I absolutely agree, what job can you get with that type of goal? I’m majoring in criminal justice rn

[@Humairaswishlist]

Help🆘️ I am interested in criminal justice. Currently i am doing BA in philosophy. If i graduate from philosophy and do MBA in criminal justice. Can i be a detective ?

[@shariecebrewster5962]

I am there's to learn a about law

[@shariecebrewster5962]

Yes I am study all law aswell

[@shariecebrewster5962]

I have many question forc you

[@shariecebrewster5962]

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[@bryannguyen1067]

as an undergraduate student still undecided, even though that idk what i wanna do later on, in terms of careers, is it recommended to pick the major of criminal justice? i need some opinions plz

[@MercadezMichelle]

If you are unsure I would say focus on your pre reqs… I understand it’s still hard to decide on a Major but focus on things you enjoy and see what degree aligns with those things investigation work, surveillance, helping people etc…

[@bryannguyen1067]

@@MercadezMichelle well i do see myself helping people. i don’t see a problem with that

[@pimpc178]

I don't wanan be no cop or anything like that. But I gotta bachelors degree. Any ideas?

[@charlita25]

I just applied for a Medicaid Investigator position for a state agency. Hopefully they'll call 🤙🏽 me

[@MercadezMichelle]

That’s great I pray you get it ❤️

[@charlita25]

@@MercadezMichelle thanks

[@davisstarsha3630]

Can you become a paralegal with an Associate's in Criminal Justice?

[@MercadezMichelle]

A paralegal certification would be better. However, it is possible to get in at the entry level with CJ

[@shanicegrande8631]

my sister has an associates in criminal justice and is a paralegal!

[@taliarodriguez7711]

No, you need to take paralegal studies, I already asked. I'm about to get my bachelors degree in Criminal Justice and they said I need paralegal studies if I want to get hired as paralegal, yeap, the whole thing is confussing

[@taliarodriguez7711]

an associate degree can get you some entry level jobs in CJ, but it can't do much for you, that's why I did my bachelor, even with a bachelor it's kind of tricky, getting a job, it's not like in the movies.

[@davisstarsha3630]

@@taliarodriguez7711 OMG really? I may as well get my Bachelor's Degree in CJ and just enter lawschool

[@DJSeMtEx28]

I have learning difficulties can I still become a cop with ADHD and short term memory or memory loss I also failed my exam at the police department because of head injury

[@MercadezMichelle]

I can not give a definite answer but don't allow these things to deter you from your goals. I believe they're maybe avenues you just have to speak to the right people in the department.

[@Sutekh_a_Destroyer]

What are some good criminal justice jobs for just out of college every time I try and Google this I get answers like FBI agent and other things like that but you can't just start out as an FBI agent I'm looking for entry level jobs

[@Ericmajuco]

Is my dream too to be FBI but for that you also need 2 year experience, you can apply to private security maybe, or 911 attending calls, thats my plan

[@taliarodriguez7711]

It's a lie, that's what google shows you. With CJ you can work in a prison, parole/probation, or law enforcement. A criminal justice degree won't get you to Quantico, there are other steps to complete to be an FBI, and its the same for CIA, paralegal, detectives, forensics, they are part of the criminal justice field but these are totally different careers, and I know this because I'm about to graduate and had different meetings with counselors and I already asked for forensics and paralegal and cannot do it, not like in the movies

[@ygbodybuilder3023]

Do you still feel the same way now

[@MercadezMichelle]

I’ll make an updated video soon. Cause this answer is yes and no

[@shariecebrewster5962]

Question to you on video

[@shariecebrewster5962]

Homeschooling and do law on my own

[@shariecebrewster5962]

I am there's and there's always be lawyer

[@shariecebrewster5962]

Yes I would love ❤️ 😍 💖 to do scam

[@gia4822]

Thank You.

[@veronicabarron2342]

So useful 🙂 thank you so much

[@MercadezMichelle]

Thank you for watching!

[@thewatcher4552]

Government will always pay...but it comes with a cost😏

[@shariecebrewster5962]

Thank you

[@shariecebrewster5962]

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[@shanicegrande8631]

Paralegal is a good job for this degree also

[@taliarodriguez7711]

I'm about to graduate (bachelor in CJ) I spoked to my counselor and told me I can't be a paralegal with a criminal justice major, that's why they have paralegal studies as a course, it's like a totally separate career. They told me the same with forensics, apparently, correctional officer is the only thing you can do with CJ

[@shanicegrande8631]

@@taliarodriguez7711 My sister has a AA in criminal justice and is working as a Paralegal

[@itsallaboutmorra3939]

Yes paralegal work well with criminal justice degree, English degree and political science degree I’ve been doing paralegal work for 6 years now

[@shanicegrande8631]

@@taliarodriguez7711 a course in Paralegal is not required. Most firms don’t even care what u got a degree in. All they care about is experience and you are hired.

[@shanicegrande8631]

@@taliarodriguez7711 Also there are plenty of jobs you can do with CJ, your advisor does not know what she is talking about. It’s unfortunate because she is supposed to be someone that students go to.. You can also be a Judicial Assistant, criminal investigator, border patrol agent, case manager, social worker, you can even be a professor! Search on indeed “criminal justice” or simply look online. There’s so many you can do.

[@shariecebrewster5962]

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[@simplysoniofficial]

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[@topwargear]

I want to know about the damn certificate what is this 3 minutes intro all about the uploader necessary for lol

[@MercadezMichelle]

There is no mention of a certificate in this video. Have a nice day!

[@shariecebrewster5962]

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[@shariecebrewster5962]

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[@welfareoffice]

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