A photo illustration of the U.S. Navy's Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy (CVN-79). The ship's keel laying ceremony was celebrated Saturday, August 22, 2015, in Newport News, Virginia. The ship is expected to replace the USS Nimitz (CVN-68), scheduled for inactivation in 2025, in the Navy fleet.
Requirements to become a probation officer. The formal education needed for probation officers is similar to that of parole officers. Carlin says a bachelorâs degree in criminal justice, corrections, human services or psychology is typically required.equirements to become a probation officer. The formal education needed for probation officers is similar to that of parole officers. Carlin says a bachelorâs degree in criminal justice, corrections, human services or psychology is typically required.
Legal Requirements. In order to become a corrections officer, you must be at least 18 years of age. Some agencies set a minimum age of 21. You must also be able to prove you're a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and have no felony convictions.ou are also required to attend a training academy to prepare for a career as a corrections officer. Training consists of about 200 hours of coursework in institutional regulations and custody procedures. Your subsequent on-the-job training includes learning defensive tactics, firearm use, and crisis intervention.