As officers consider how to inform the general public about thewide spectrum of

police challenges, and they also acknowledge that some audiences are especially
crucial to carrying out the police's objective. These audiences are made up of
individuals and organizations that direct funds and programs as well as make
choices. They can also help the police achieve goals and objectives by lending
credibility and support. These audiences demand extra consideration in any
content because of their connections to the police and/or the challenges they
may be dealing with communication technique. Making sure they are aware of the

problems and the police's viewpoint on them is worth the extra work .

Habang isinasaalang-alang ng mga opisyal kung paano ipaalam sa pangkalahatang publiko ang

tungkol sa malawak na spectrum ng mga hamon ng pulisya, at kinikilala din nila na ang ilang

mga madla ay lalong mahalaga sa pagsasakatuparan ng layunin ng pulisya. Ang mga audience na

ito ay binubuo ng mga indibidwal at organisasyon na nagdidirekta ng mga pondo at programa

pati na rin ang gumagawa ng mga pagpipilian. Matutulungan din nila ang pulisya na makamit

ang mga layunin at layunin sa pamamagitan ng pagpapahiram ng kredibilidad at suporta. Ang

mga madlang ito ay humihingi ng dagdag na pagsasaalang-alang sa anumang nilalaman dahil sa

kanilang mga koneksyon sa pulisya at/o sa mga hamon na maaari nilang harapin sa pamamaraan

ng komunikasyon. Ang pagtiyak na alam nila ang mga problema at ang pananaw ng pulisya sa

kanila ay nagkakahalaga ng karagdagang trabaho.

 Officers are aware that certain audiences are crucial to fulfilling the police mission as
they consider how to communicate with the general public about the diverse spectrum of
policing challenges. These audiences are made up of individuals and organizations that
direct money and programs as well as make choices. They can also help the police
achieve goals and objectives by lending credibility and support. These audiences merit
special consideration in any communication plan because to their connections to the
police and/or the concerns raised. Making sure they are aware of the problems and the
police's viewpoint on them is worth the extra work.

Alam ng mga opisyal na ang ilang partikular na madla ay mahalaga sa pagtupad sa misyon ng

pulisya habang isinasaalang-alang nila kung paano makipag-usap sa pangkalahatang publiko

tungkol sa magkakaibang spectrum ng mga hamon sa pagpupulis. Ang mga audience na ito ay

binubuo ng mga indibidwal at organisasyon na nagdidirekta ng pera at mga programa pati na rin

ang gumagawa ng mga pagpipilian. Matutulungan din nila ang pulisya na makamit ang mga

layunin at layunin sa pamamagitan ng pagpapahiram ng kredibilidad at suporta. Ang mga

madlang ito ay karapat-dapat sa espesyal na pagsasaalang-alang sa anumang plano ng

komunikasyon dahil sa kanilang mga koneksyon sa pulisya at/o mga alalahanin na ibinangon.

Ang pagtiyak na alam nila ang mga problema at ang pananaw ng pulisya sa kanila ay

nagkakahalaga ng karagdagang trabaho.

NCRPO Launches Successful

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True to their commitment to transform the police service and further achieve quality
policing in the community, the Acting Chief of National Capital Region Police Office,
PBGEN Jonnel C Estomo, represented by PBGEN Jose S Hidalgo, DRDA,
spearheaded the launching of Revitalized PNP KASIMBAYANAN on October 3, 2022
with the Regional Director of DILG-NCR as the Guest of Honor and Speaker.

NCRPO thru the Regional Community Affairs and Development Division under the
supervision of PCOL Romy I Palgue, tied up with Faith-Based Leaders, Advocacy
Group Leaders and Local Government Units to employ joint efforts of police, church,
and community towards a sustainable peaceful community bringing holistic
transformation not only within the PNP organization but also in the whole community.

PNP KASIMBAYANAN recognizes the church’s crucial role and influence in creating

and upholding community values. As a result, PNP strive to involve and unite the church
and the community in their efforts to maintain peace and order.

To further symbolize their unity and faithfulness , a recitation of Pledge of Commitment

was conducted alongside the Ceremonial Signing.

During the event, Rev Nolasco S Apolonio, President, NCRPO Regional Advocacy
Group for Peace; Rev Augustus Caesar Maribojoc, Philippine Council of Evangelical
Churches (PCEC) Promise-Keepers Philippines (PKP); Hon Yusoph J Mando,
Commissioner, National Commission of Muslim Filipinos; and Archbishop Jose F
Cardinal Advincula, Jr D.D. of Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP)
and; Imeda Papin, President, Sinag Eagles Alliance Club, Actors Guild of the
Philippines, all delivered their message and expressed their support to the program.

Moreover, the Kabataan Kontra Droga at Terorismo of Brgy Pineda, Pasig City Chapter
showcased their talents and skills in dancing.

Meanwhile, Ms Imelda Papin rendered her personally composed song “Kayang-Kaya,

Sama-Sama” to acknowledge the effort of the PNP in uniting the society towards a
common goal.

In his response message, delivered by PBGEN Jose S Hidalgo Jr., RD Estomo

emphasized that peace and order is not only the responsibility of the police but also by
the members of the society.

“Kung ang bawat isa sa atin ay mamumulat at kikilos, makakamit natin ang mithiin
nating ito. Hangad natin ang isang pangmatagalan at mabuting relasyon ng bawat isa
upang makamit ang pangmatagalang kapayapaan at kaayusan ng ating pamayanan
kung saan ang ating mga mamamayan ay mamumuhay ng walang krimen o
karahasanag kinakatakutan,” he said.
The Regional Director of DILG-NCR, Maria Lourdes L Agustin, CESO III expressed her
great pride to stand as the signatory to the MOU between and among PNP-NCRPO,
religious sector and DILG-NCR as it embody all aspirations for peace and cohesion as a
community and a larger sense, as one Filipino people.

“When we work together, engage in good faith discussions and show by deed what
unity, respect and committee really means then, great outcomes can indeed be
achieved. And in all relationships build, trust, the primacy of truth , mutual respect,
transparency and love must be upheld to fortify these relationships, ” she said.

The Launching of Revitalized PNP Kasimbayanan was followed by a short forum on

cascading of PNP Kasimbayanan at the NCRPO Conference Room attended by the
invited guests.

Inilunsad ng Philippine National Police ang Revitalized KASIMBAYANAN Program na

layong palakasin ang pagtutulungan sa pagitan ng PNP at simbahan upang lubos na
mapaglingkuran at magampanan ang tungkuling pangalagaan ang mamamayan.

Ang KASIMBAYANAN ay mula sa mga salitang Kapulisan, Simbahan, at Pamayanan kung

saan binibigyang kahalagahan ang magkakatuwang na gampanin tungo sa pagkakaisa at
pagtutulungan upang matagumpay na maisakatuparan ang pagpapatupad ng mga batas
at programa para sa kabutihan at kapakanan ng nakakarami.

Ikinagalak ni Fr. Jerome Secillano, executive secretary ng Catholic Bishops’ Conference

of the Philippines-Episcopal Commission on Public Affairs ang pagkilala ng PNP sa
simbahan bilang katuwang sa pagtataguyod ng kaayusan at kapayapaan sa lipunan.

Ayon kay Fr. Secillano, nawa’y ang presensya ng simbahan sa mga layunin ng
programang KASIMBAYANAN ay tunay na maging makabuluhan tungo sa kabutihan ng
nakararami.

“The Church continues to engage with different sectors because the church believes a lot of
solving the problems in our country actually means our cooperation and our unity,” pahayag
ni Fr. Secillano.

Nangangako naman ang simbahan na magiging epektibong instrumento at katuwang ng

mga kapulisan sa pagtugon upang mabawasan at mapigilan ang mga nangyayaring krimen
sa lipunan at sa halip ay mangibabaw ang katarungan at kapayapaan.

“Dito po sa partnership na ‘to, nais po naming ibahagi sa inyo ang aming pakikipagtulungan,
suporta at anuman po ang magagawa pa naming iba para mas mapaunlad po natin ang
 bayan, para ang mga tao ay maprotektahan, para ang common good ay ma-uphold po natin,
gagawin po ng simbahan,” ayon sa pari.

Bukod sa CBCP, kinatawan din si Fr. Secillano ni Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal
Advincula para sa ginanap na pagpapasinaya ng programa ng PNP.

Samantala, nagsilbi namang Guest of Honor at tagapagsalita si Department of the

Interior and Local Government-National Capital Region Director Maria Lourdes Agustin.

Kabilang din sa mga nagpaabot ng mensahe at suporta sa programa sina Rev. Nolasco S.
Apolonio, President, National Capital Region Police Office Advocacy Group for Peace
and Force Multipliers; Rev. Augustus Caesar T. Maribojoc, National Coordinator,
Philippine Council of Evangelical Churches-Promise Keepers Philippines; Hon. Yusoph J.
Mando, Commissioner, National Commission of Muslim Filipino; at si Ms. Imelda A.
Papin, President, Actors Guild of the Philippines.

Isinagawa rin sa programa ang paglagda sa Memorandum of Understanding sa

panguguna ni Police Brigadier General Jonnel Estomo, Acting Regional Director, kasama
ang mga pinuno at kinatawan ng Faith-based Advocacy Support Groups, Peace
Advocates at Local Government Units.

Ginanap ang pagpapasinaya sa KASIMBAYANAN Program sa NCRPO Grandstand, Camp

Bagong Diwa, Bicutan, Taguig City nitong October 3, 2022.

KASIMBAYANAN (Kapulisan, Simbahan at Pamayanan) 

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 To enhance the focus and coordination of police functions and operations
through a national internal security policy and strategy;
 To re-engineer the police system towards strengthening police oversight; remove
institutionalized mechanisms that undermine  unity of command and internal
management authority in the PNP, which renders the organization vulnerable to
undue politicization and corruption;
 To fortify the institutional capabilities of the PNP by improving  administrative and
operational coherence and efficiency; and to strengthen the police stations with
the end goal of enhancing the quality of police services and relationships with the
community.
 To streamline institutional mechanisms and procedures in order to  promote
speedy access to justice and legal protection; ensure police neutrality and non-
discrimination; and foster respect for human rights and gender neutrality;
 To strengthen institutional mechanisms for the recruitment, training, and
maintenance of a corps of competent, well-compensated, and motivated
professional police force imbued with integrity, industry, and a high sense of duty
and honor; and
 To clarify and instill a culture of public accountability in the PNP and among its
personnel.

12 Key Result Areas

1. NATIONAL POLICY & INSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT –  to formulate and

implement a national internal security policy and strategy; rationalize the overall
institutional framework of the police system; improve the functional delineation
and coordination between law enforcement agencies and the conventional police
institutions; remove institutional mechanisms that render the PNP vulnerable to
politicization and erode its unity of command and internal management authority;
strengthen the NAPOLCOM as body tasked with the formulation of rules,
regulations and standards for the entire police system; adopt mechanisms for
institutional continuity and stability, particularly in police leadership; and firmly
establish a self-administering and managing professional PNP.

2. POLICE OPERATIONS –  to initiate reforms in rules and procedures in the

conduct of police operations; provide police stations with the appropriate work
tools and strengthen crime research to support more effective crime
management operations.

3. FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT – to upgrade physical facilities and equipment

in support to police field operations, including the updating of police equipment
standards and the development of a multi-year financing and procurement plan;
development and upgrading of the facilities, equipment, and physical set-up of
the PNP Crime Laboratory; and the provision of model infrastructure for police
stations and substations. An important component of this program is the
improvement of capacities for the management and preservation of police
evidence.

4. HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT – to initiate policy

reforms in human resource development and improve the human resources
management systems including staffing, recruitment and selection, personnel
administration, career development and promotion, police remuneration, and
police education and training, performance monitoring and evaluation, and police
discipline. Two important components of this program include the reengineering
of the institutional framework of police education and training and particularly
strengthening the capacities and organization of the Philippine Public Safety
College, integrating all police training therein, and strengthening police education
and training curricula; and the establishment of a PNP Pension and Insurance
Corporation.

5. ADMINISTRATIVE & FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT – to reform and strengthen

the resource generation capacity of the PNP, streamline and improve the entire
financial management system by infusing more appropriate tools that will allow
systematic linkage between strategic and operational plans, budget prioritization
and detail formulation, and decentralize administrative and financial management
to the appropriate enterprise units in the field, while strengthening and integrating
oversight administrative and financial management functions.

6. STRATEGIC PLANNING & PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT – to design

and institutionalize a strategic planning system within the PNP; strengthen
operational planning capacities of mission-critical units; develop results- based
monitoring and evaluation systems which will be run at the operational and
oversight levels of the PNP organization. An essential component of this program
will be the formulation and implementation of a Crime Indicators System that will
identify an appropriate set of indicators that will guide the monitoring and
evaluation of the country’s crime situation and its performance, and the
corresponding procedures for data generation and reporting.

7. INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY – to develop and

implement a PNP Integrated Crime Management Information System, or CMIS.
The system will be designed to work as part of the broader criminal justice
information system architecture. The PNP CMIS will operate at the police station
level providing transaction processing modules that will feed into a crime
database, tracking, and monitoring system that will enable crime mapping and
analysis at station and higher geographical levels.

8. DEMONSTRATION OF EXCELLENCE THROUGH DEVELOPMENT OF

BEST PRACTICES – to demonstrate the effectiveness of the fundamental
institutional and system reforms by combining them with a more comprehensive
locality or community-based peace and order planning and management that will
involve various stakeholders.

9. PUBLIC INFORMATION AND ADVOCACY – to support the implementation

of the transformation program from start to finish by providing broad and
stakeholder information, education and advocacy strategies and interventions
 which will engender active cooperation and support.

10. REFORM MANAGEMENT – take the lead in implementing the medium-term

reform program by enhancing the institutional framework and operating
mechanisms of the PNP; prepare plans and manage the entire change
management and day-to-day reform development, content synchronization, and
implementation of management processes.

11. ANTI-CORRUPTION –  Envisioned to prevent the misuse of power and

position in the PNP organization which undermines the integrity of police
personnel along with the promotion of police integrity and morality as primer law
enforcers.

12. PROMOTION OF HUMAN RIGHTS –  Aimed to promote human rights as a

basic value in the conduct of operations and in accordance with the international
standards of human rights and policing.

For police, communicating politely and conveying concern are key to securing compliance.
And for both police and victimologists, the ability to conduct an interview is critical to successful
outcomes. Clear communication builds trust, and trust is the pathway to positive relationships.

Police administrators need to communicate effectively in order to provide meaningful

guidance to officers and resolving personnel conflicts. In police research, good
communication skills are important for accurately conveying the results and conclusions.

In the field of criminal justice, the ability to communicate can make the difference in
tense situations. Security guards and police officers must be expert communicators to
maintain order, protect civilians and gather information that can help law enforcement
catch criminals. Learning to communicate effectively also includes knowing how to
detect signs of conflict, avoid and resolve them. Entering the police force or becoming a
security guard gives you a chance to become a valuable member of your community.
Both verbal and written communication skills are vital to a successful career in criminal
justice, and communication is taught in-depth as part of our vocational school’s training
program.
What Is Good Communication?
The goal of communication is to send a message. In its simplest form, communication is
the process of using your voice, written words, or body language to communicate
something to someone else. Of course, we know that real-world communication is
usually much more complex. People often say one thing but mean another, or their body
language and mannerisms convey deeper feelings or thoughts they aren’t sharing.
Strong communicators are both expert speakers and listeners. They know how to choose
the right words, tone, and approach for every situation. They can ask the right questions
to resolve problems, reach goals and achieve positive results. In a jail or prison,
communication promotes respect and cooperation from prisoners.
Here are some of the most important skills of good communication. These skills are
known as interpersonal skills in training. They are a core part of any criminal justice
curriculum.
Verbal Communication
Verbal communication is more than just knowing what to say. A verbal communicator
must be confident in their words as well as receptive to their audience. Even in a
position of authority, commanding respect requires being fully aware of how your
audience is likely to respond.
Strategies such as paraphrasing, reflecting, and summarizing often prove invaluable.
When you paraphrase someone’s words, you repeat what they said to clarify that you’ve
heard them correctly. The goal is to make sure the person does not feel like you are
being condescending or judging them. The real goal of paraphrasing is to build a level of
trust between speakers and create a sense of understanding.
Reflecting is similar to paraphrasing. Whereas you restate what someone has said, but
you may go a step further to include the emotions they’re feeling as well. A statement
like, “You’re going through a lot right now, and you feel really stressed,” is an example of
reflecting. Summarizing is a process of reviewing all the information that has been
exchanged, then clarifying that both people are in agreement.
These are just a few verbal communication skills criminal justice professionals need to
perform their jobs. Learning proper communication ensures that you can work
confidently and know exactly how to confront a situation, even one that may be high-
stress or rife with conflict.
Written Communication
Written communication accurately details events and relays descriptive information.
Officers and guards must write reports and file them, so detail is imperative. Clear
written communication has excellent spelling and grammar, uses the appropriate tone
and is conscious of any biases that may influence the writing. In criminal justice, your job
is to rely on facts to reach conclusions and make the right decisions.
 Good written communication helps professionals incorporate the most accurate,
appropriate information for their intended purpose. This could be writing a letter to a
police chief, filing a report, or gathering information from suspects or witnesses.
Active Listening
Most people’s minds are on themselves in a conversation. Although they may hear what
the other person says, they are more focused on what they’re going to say next. Active
listening is the process of being fully conscious of another person’s words. Active
listeners use various strategies to ensure the person they’re speaking with feels heard,
understood, and respected. They are committed to sharing and exchanging information
rather than demanding or judging. Active communication strategies include:

o Being aware of biases and withholding judgement.

o Clarifying what’s being said before responding inaccurately or unfairly.
o Summarizing information to ensure mutual understanding.
o Being physically present through eye contact and open body language.
o Responding routinely to affirm the other person you are listening.

Body Language
Police officers and security guards communicate with people who are often feeling
tense, angry, or upset. Someone who has committed a crime may swear that they didn’t
do it, but their body language will tell a different story. When trying to deescalate a
situation, officers may look for nonverbal signs of building aggression and attempt to
diffuse a situation before it becomes a problem.
Nonverbal cues in body language include physical posture, stance, tone of voice, eye
contact, facial expressions and even distance between speakers. Knowing how to read
these signs can help protect people and reveal the truth when it is being masked by false
words.
Assertiveness
Assertiveness training is crucial in criminal justice because it helps professionals be more
authoritative without causing unnecessary conflict. A police officer who is aggressively
assertive can cause people to be more defensive or even act out against them. Rather
than relying on intimidation tactics, assertive communicators know how to clearly state
their wishes and expectations without making others feel ignored or disrespected.
Being assertive requires building your own confidence and trusting your words.
Confident people naturally speak in a way that makes others trust them more. The
benefit of assertiveness skills training is that it often helps people become more
confident in the process.
What Are Some of the Other Skills Important in Criminal
Justice?
Criminal justice professionals like police officers, prison guards and security guards all
need to be physically fit and capable of apprehending suspects or diffusing physical
aggression. They may often find themselves on the receiving end of someone’s
frustration. Without the ability to run and easily defend themselves, they put their own
lives and others at risk. With the right physical training, criminal justice professionals can
easily perform their duties and protect people in the process.
Stamina and build are both important elements of physical wellness for criminal justice
professionals. You must be able to run for an extended period of time, handle yourself
physically against others and be capable of restraining people who may be larger or
stronger than you.
A good criminal justice professional is also a critical thinker. They know how to truly
listen to what someone is saying and determine whether an offender is being honest
about their activities; they must quickly respond in conversation, ask for details and
follow-up with questions that reveal the truth in a non-confrontational manner.

Where Do You Learn to Become a Criminal Justice Professional?

You may begin your career in criminal justice at a vocational school. By earning your
diploma in criminal justice, you will be ready to enter the workforce in 9 months, working
full-time. Our program can also help you earn a degree in criminal justice with an
additional 6 months of study after you earn your diploma.
The detailed curriculum helps prospective criminal justice professionals learn all the vital
skills they need to perform their duties well. Because these jobs often have a risk to
personal safety, you can never be too prepared with communication and conflict
resolution.

What Are the Benefits of Attending a Criminal Justice Program?

The greatest benefit to attending a vocational school program is the ability to enter the
workforce as a qualified professional in under a year. Rather than spending four or more
years in school, you learn all the knowledge and skills necessary to perform your role
from real professionals.
Experienced Instructors
Experienced instructors are at the heart of our criminal justice program. We want you to
learn from the best. No one is more equipped to teach aspiring officers than criminal
justice professionals with experience. Students always have access to firsthand
knowledge about what it’s like to be a police officer, to work in a prison and work in the
different criminal justice professions. You can rely on your instructors to provide you
with the most current knowledge in the field backed by years of real-world experience.
Job Variety
The opportunity to learn about different types of jobs in criminal justice can help you
decide on a career path. You may know that you’re passionate about the field, but you
haven’t decided the right job for you yet. Being able to learn about the positions from
people who have worked them will allow you to make a more informed choice about
your future. You can also speak to your instructors one-on-one, ask them questions and
collaborate with career services to find your match.
Diploma to Degree
The degree path in criminal justice is another benefit to studying for your diploma at
ATA College. While the diploma program does prepare you for work, you may decide
that you want additional educational qualifications. After you have completed your
diploma, you have the choice to add an additional six months of advanced training to
earn a degree. This degree can open more career opportunities, prepare you for work in
a particular role or help you specialize in an area of criminal justice.

Is Criminal Justice a Good Career?

For someone who wants to serve and protect others, a career in criminal justice is an
excellent choice. In various paths, you have the opportunity to help people correct
unhelpful behaviors, avoid bad decisions and work toward a better life. In some roles,
your job is to maintain order and keep civilians safe.
Whether you want to be on the streets as a police officer or work as a security guard,
criminal justice has many opportunities for you to make a difference.

Want to Learn More?

Our mission at ATA College is to provide diploma and associate degree training for
entry-level positions in specialized fields. Our goal is to assist you in learning new skills
and/or enhancing previously obtained skills, through higher education. We strive to
fulfill your needs in seeking employment in our community. We are committed to
providing a quality education that instills core values which will develop work ethics,
professionalism, honor, and integrity, giving you a competitive edge through any
economic condition.

Criminal Justice & Public Safety Diploma

After completing the 9-month diploma program at our El Cajon | San Diego criminal
justice school, students have the option to continue with courses in the Associate of
Science program. The criminal justice associate degree is available in multiple emphasis
pathways and can be completed in an additional 6 months after general education
courses.
Contact us today to learn more about criminal justice career opportunities offered at
ATA College.

Criminal justice is an impactful, out-of-the-box field where you can make a

difference. On daily basis, criminal justice professionals work hard to protect
the communities in which they serve. Law enforcement officers, criminal
investigators, government agents, prison guards, and courts officials are just
some examples of the many dedicated careers that make-up our criminal
justice system. Of course, as exciting as this field is, working in criminal
justice can be challenging and demanding at times. This important work
requires specific skills, qualities, and training to excel at the job. If you are
interested in becoming a protector, you may be wondering which criminal
justice skills you need to check off first.

In the criminal justice field, it will be your job to watch over and guard those
in need. As a result, you should be someone who thrives in an environment
that allows you to take action and make effective decisions. Always cool
under pressure and in a crisis, you need to have the courage to take charge of
a situation. Ultimately, you’ll need more than gut feelings. You’ll need to be
able to engage in critical thinking, enact problem-solving skills, and make
moral and ethical judgments in times of need. These skills can be provided by
years of experience and also informed by your criminal justice training.

Of course, the specific criminal justice skills you’ll need will depend on your
career path. Those working in a corrections facility, for example, may require
different skills than a cybercrime investigator or Drug Enforcement Agent.
While technical requirements vary by role, there are common soft skills that
every criminal justice professional should have before jumping into their
career. There are also versatile, “nice-to-have” technical skills that can be
applied to most every criminal justice role. We explore the top examples of
criminal justice skills below.
Soft Skills in Criminal Justice
 Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving – As you know, criminal justice
professionals at all spectrums of the field are often put in fast-paced
environments or complicated situations in which they need to think on
their feet. Therefore, critical thinking and problem-solving play a big role
in this line of work. You need to be able to assess situations, solve
conflicts, and take action in a quickly and calmly manner.
 Effective and Ethical Decision-Making – Supplementing the skills above,
criminal justice professionals must be able to make decisions quickly and
effectively during times of need. However, ethics also play a big part in
how these decisions are made. In this field, you must understand the
difference between right and wrong, and protect the community from
wrongful actions that could cause harm. Ethics will also help you navigate
contemporary issues in criminal justice, such as how racial inequities, out-
of-date policies, and socioeconomic challenges are contributing to
increased crime.
 Leadership – When working in criminal justice, you are leading your
community to safety. You are leading others to justice, or leading teams
to solve crimes. No matter where you work in the field, leadership skills
can be a significant asset in making an impact in your role. Leadership
skills will enable you to serve as a mentor and role model for others, as
well as allow you to advance your job to greater seniority and pay
potential.
 Communication – Both written and verbal communication skills are
needed in the criminal justice field. Writing legal documents,
communicating details of a scene, or speaking with victims and suspects
requires one to be articulate in both their writing and presentation.
 Public Speaking – Along with verbal communication skills, public speaking
skills are a plus for criminal justice professionals. Often, police officers,
detectives, courts officials, and other criminal justice specialists need to
speak in front of large audiences or groups of reporters.
 Active Listening and Learning – Part of good communication means
listening to others well. Criminal justice professionals, whether they work
 in courts, corrections, or law enforcement, must be able to listen to
others in order to gather information, understand perspectives, follow
complex arguments, or counseling someone in need.
 Observation – Great criminal justice professionals are detail-oriented,
and they pay attention to the details. They observe seemingly “little
things” that can later play a major role in solving a crime. Whether you
are an investigator, a career focused around observational skills, or a
court justice, the observation of situations will be an essential component
to your work.
 Integrity and Empathy – In the end, it is highly important for criminal
justice professionals to have integrity and empathy behind the work that
they do. You must have a good character and the ability to stand up for
what is right. The call for criminal justice reform we’ve been experiencing
in recent years is, simultaneously, a call for integrity and understanding
among our officers. As you enter the field, you can be a difference-maker
by having a strong moral character and being empathetic to others’
situations. These qualities can help you connect with your community and
become an honorable figure among those you serve.

Technical Skills in Criminal Justice

 Research – In every role, criminal justice workers need to know how to
conduct research. This might involve researching crime data, assessing
criminal trends, accessing legal documents, creating charts for
presentations, interpreting social science statistics, analyzing public
policy, or studying the impact of criminal reform.
 Interviewing and Interrogation – Many professionals within the criminal
justice field can benefit from having interview skills under their belts.
Whether you are a detective, police officer, fire science investigator, or
court judge, you will likely need to ask questions (and sometimes
interrogate) to criminals, suspects, witnesses, and victims of crime. This
requires practice, planning, and technique that you can learn in a criminal
justice program.
 Computer Literacy – In nearly every role, you will also be working with
technology. You may need to input information into a database, or use
these systems to gather information about a case you are working on.
With the increase in cybercrime, more employers are also seeking
criminal justice professionals with computer skills.
 Report Writing – Report writing is a key skill to have in this field, as
criminal justice professionals are often required to document their
findings, describe persons and property, create search warrants, develop
arrest reports, and take notes on the scene or in the courtroom. Due to
the versatility of this practice, you will be expected to take a report
writing course in part with your criminal justice degree. Learn more here.

Criminal Justice Skills Development

Among the countless skills required, all criminal justice professionals need to
be strong communicators, effective observers, collected decision-makers, and
true leaders in their communities, with a solid foundation of ethics and moral
values. In addition, you must understand the latest technologies, interview
techniques, research strategies, combined with a general knowledge of the
criminal justice system. While some of these skills may come naturally, many
can be learned in a criminal justice program.

Goodwin University offers fascinating criminal justice courses and a myriad

of criminal justice internship opportunities to enhance your training in the
field. Whether you are seeking a two-year degree program, or a bachelor’s
degree, there are programs you can pursue to advance your criminal justice
skills and land a successful career in Connecticut. Learn more by clicking the
links below!

 Criminal Justice (Associate Degree)

 Public Safety and Security (Bachelor’s Degree)

Criminal justice professionals are in demand, and the need for criminal
justice professionals will never go away. These specialists are the people who
help to keep our streets, our businesses, and our greater welfare safe. Without
them, without people like you, where would we be?

Learn more about Goodwin University’s criminal justice programs, and see
how you can get into the field through one of our flexible degree programs.
Call 800-889-3282 or request more information online.

Principle No. 7. - THE POLICE ARE THE PUBLIC AND THE PUBLICARE THE
POLICE.
 The Police at all times should maintain a relationship with thepublic that gives reality to
the historic tradition that the police are the public and thepublic are the police. The
Police are the only members of the public who are paid togive full-time attention to
duties which are incumbent on every citizen in the intent ofthe community welfare