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Alumni Spotlight:

Damen Harrington (on right in picture) is a 2023 graduate of the KEC
Criminal Justice program. He currently attends Kishwaukee College and
is pursuing an Associates Degree in Criminal Justice – General.
“Shortly after graduating, I began working for Rochelle Police Department
as one of their first ever Community Service Officers. I currently work part
time at RPD, while attending Kishwaukee College online. As a CSO, I
respond to a variety of calls, however I am not sworn nor do I carry a
weapon, therefore I only respond to violent calls if holding a perimeter is
necessary or after the scene has been deemed safe. Thanks to KEC, I am
certified in CPR and First Aid. I plan on testing to become a police officer
for RPD after I graduate and become of age. If you live in or visit Rochelle
and see me in the CSO truck, don’t be afraid to wave and say hi!

How do I know if Criminal Justice
is right for me?

• Willing to take risks • Ability to remain calm in high-stress
• Strong character situations
• Strong sense of right and wrong • Ability to deal with a wide range
of emotions
• Flexible working hours

Median Salary:
$79,923 Job Openings

Over Next 10 Years:
23,760

Job Growth
Source: Illinois Department
of Employment Security, 2017 Over Next 10 Years:
4%

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check with your high school counselor about class opportunities
check with your high school counselor about class opportunities
at KEC for juniors and seniors or learn more by visiting the KEC
website at kecprograms.com.
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