Judicial System Degree Program and Career Education

The Judicial System is the branch of the justice system charged with the administration of justice. There are various levels of courts within the system, from city, county, and municipal courts to district and circuit courts to probate, appellate, appeals, and superior courts, to the U.S. Supreme Court at the highest federal level. Each court handles different types of cases, criminal or civil. Judges, court clerks, court reporters and bailiffs all work within the judicial system.

Education, Training and Degrees in Judicial System

A sample of available degrees applicable to a career in the judicial system includes:

AAS in Criminal Justice
BS in Criminal Justice
BS in Criminal Justice Administration
MS in Criminal Justice
MS in Administration of Justice and Security
MS in Criminal Justice - Law
MS in Criminal Justice - Leadership/Executive Management

Find more information about online Criminal Justice degrees, certificates, and diplomas.

Explore Career Opportunities in Judicial System

For details concerning the educational requirements, degree programs, employment outlook and salary range for a specific position, simply choose an occupation:

Bailiff
A bailiff—occasionally referred to as a court officer or marshal—is a representative of the law enforcement branch of the criminal justice system present in the courtroom. Bailiffs are tasked with providing general security for the courthouse and its staff, maintaining appropriate courtroom decorum and order in the court, and taking charge of juries when the court is not in session.

Court Clerk
A court clerk, or more properly, "clerk of the court," is an officer of the court whose responsibilities include maintaining the records of the court, issuing licenses, and assisting officers of the court in research.

Court Reporter
Court reporters create verbatim transcripts of courtroom proceedings and other events. They are responsible for ensuring the creation of a complete and official legal record of the proceedings. Some court reporters work outside the courtroom, taking depositions or documenting private meetings and activities.

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