WSCC 2023-2024 Catalog 
    
    Dec 13, 2024  
WSCC 2023-2024 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Corrections Certificate


THIS CERTIFICATE IS NOT FINANCIAL AID ELIGIBLE. PLEASE CONTACT STUDENT SERVICES AT 231-843-5510 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Gainful Employment Disclosure

West Shore Community College has elected to opt in to the early rescission of the Gainful Employment regulations, as permitted by the US Department of Education.

Program of Study


Total: 6 Credit Hrs | 6 Contact Hrs


Total: 9 Credit Hrs | 9 Contact Hrs


Certificate Total: 15 Credit Hrs | 15 Contact Hrs


The Michigan Department of Corrections gives hiring preference to candidates who have completed a degree program or occupational certificate in Corrections. However, any combination of five courses (15 credits) from the following list will meet the minimum educational requirements established by the Michigan Department of Corrections.

The courses listed are those currently offered by WSCC, which fall into at least one of the categories specified in the MDOC requirements. Students must attain at least a “C” (2.0) grade for a course to count toward the 15 credit requirement. Students are responsible for satisfying all prerequisite requirements.