Why are probation and parole officers required to have bachelor’s degrees as well as courses in psychology, behavioral science, etc.? A degree, as well as field-related courses, allows these officers to have the skills to make legal reports to the court.

Usually certification will be enough education for a probation officer’s job.

Any job in corrections requires a bachelor’s degree and an associate’s degree in sociology.

The degree and range of sociology courses help these officers to have the knowledge and ethical awareness associated with their jobs.