Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists does

Monitor individuals on probation or parole, conduct risk assessments, and provide counseling to help them successfully reintegrate into the community. They work to reduce recidivism and support rehabilitation efforts.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a bachelor's degree. About 4 years.

Estimated cost of that path: ~$40,000. Estimated payback: ~3 years. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

Related careers

• Social and Human Service Assistants — $45,930/yr
• Child, Family, and School Social Workers — $59,550/yr
• Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors — $64,330/yr
• Healthcare Social Workers — $67,880/yr
• Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers — $60,280/yr