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Corrections Officers

A wide range of professionals are required to help re-educate criminals so they can return and contribute to society. Professionals of all types serve the court system, correction facilities, and police departments. Those interested in these careers must realize from early on in their life, that to qualify they must uphold the law especially regarding illegal drugs, theft, and other such crimes.


  • Median Salary in North Central Texas around $28,000
  • Training After High School: 1- 4 years
  • Need in North Central Texas: 2,550 employees