Criminology

Study of crime, criminal behavior, and the criminal justice system.

What Is Crime?Theories of Criminal BehaviorThe Criminal Justice System
Types of Crime and CriminalsCrime Prevention and ControlJuvenile Justice
Investigating Crime ScenesCareers in CriminologyTechnology and Crime
Understanding Key ConceptsCritical Thinking with Case Studies
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Practical Applications

Careers in Criminology

Where Can Criminology Take You?

Studying criminology opens doors to many careers.

Popular Jobs

  • Police Officer: Enforcing laws and keeping communities safe.
  • Forensic Scientist: Analyzing crime scene evidence.
  • Probation Officer: Helping offenders stay out of trouble.
  • Crime Analyst: Studying data to spot trends.

Skills Needed

  • Critical thinking
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication

Making a Difference

Criminologists work to build safer, fairer communities.

Examples

  • Becoming a detective to solve complex cases.

  • Working as a youth counselor to help prevent crime.

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