Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
Helping your students discover, understand, and evaluate various career paths and occupations within the Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security cluster that align with their personal interests, skills, and values.
MyCareerTech offers full occupation reports on 39 Occupations across the 5 Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Career Pathways.
Correction Services Pathway 3
Workers in the Correction Services pathway are responsible for overseeing individuals who have been arrested and are awaiting trial or who have been convicted of a crime and sentenced to serve time in a jail, reformatory, or penitentiary. While the primary mission of corrections is protection of the public, many in this field are involved with the treatment, education and reintegration of offenders.
Emergency and Fire Management Services Pathway 7
Every year, fires and other emergencies take thousands of lives and destroy property worth billions of dollars. Firefighters and emergency services workers help protect the public against these dangers by rapidly responding to a variety of emergencies. They are frequently the first emergency personnel at the scene of a traffic accident or medical emergency and may be called upon to put out a fire, treat injuries or perform other vital functions.
Law Enforcement Services Pathway 12
People depend on police officers and detectives to protect their lives and property. Law enforcement officers have duties that range from controlling traffic to preventing and investigating crimes. They maintain order, enforce laws and ordinances, issue traffic summonses, investigate accidents, present evidence in court, serve legal documents for the court system, as well as apprehend, arrest and process prisoners.
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Legal Services Pathway 9
The legal system affects nearly every aspect of our society, from buying a home to crossing the street. Workers in the Legal Services pathway form the backbone of this vital system, linking it to society in many ways. For this reason, they hold positions of great responsibility and are obligated to adhere to a strict code of ethics.
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Security & Protective Services Pathway 8
Security personnel often work in public buildings such as museums or art galleries to protect paintings and exhibits by inspecting people and packages entering and leaving the building. In factories, laboratories, government buildings, data processing centers, and military bases, security officers protect information, products, computer codes, and defense secrets and check the credentials of people and vehicles entering and leaving the premises.
Help educate students about what jobs might align with their interests, skills, and values.
Occupation Research Tools 39
MyCareerTech provides the following tools for exploring the Occupations found within each Career Cluster, various Industries, and by keyword search. Visit each tab below to begin your journey.
Please watch this short Career Exploration Key Terms video for additional information.
Every MyCareerTech teacher is provided a unique link to share these tools with their students to encourage independent research, or help with the completion of their career exploration activities and tests.
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Student Activities 3
Help your students engage with our Career Exploration tools through independent activities. Each activity contains instructions, a student deliverable, and a rubric for grading submissions.
- Career Exploration Comparison Chart
- Career Exploration Presentation
- Career Exploration Essay
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MyCareerCorner is a series of short, 3–5-minute video Q&A from individuals across different careers and occupations giving insight and advice about their job, industry, and real-life professional experiences. Each MyCareerCorner episode includes an online activity that will challenge students to think deeper about the topic and apply what they’ve learned.
Finding Purpose in Public Service with Dimitri Caldwell
Upon completion of this Microlesson, students will have learned the significance of serving your community and considered whether a career in public service is a good fit for them.
Supporting the Community as a Police Lieutenant with Dimitri Caldwell
Upon completion of this Microlesson, students will have discovered a variety of ways that police officers support their communities and reflected on the impact law enforcement has had in their area.
Hands-On Ways to Explore Police Work with Dimitri Caldwell
Upon completion of this Microlesson, students will have explored the value of hands-on experience for those interested in police work and considered how to find opportunities in their own community.
Training and Education in Law Enforcement with Dimitri Caldwell
Upon completion of this Microlesson, students will have explored the education and training required for police work and considered whether growing in a law enforcement career makes sense for their future.
