Criminal Justice at Fort Myers Technical College

Fort Myers, FL · Public · Certificate · Criminal Justice and Corrections

a compact campus enrolling 668 students in Fort Myers, FL.

Program Analysis

Graduates of Fort Myers Technical College's Criminal Justice program earn $58,949/yr in their first year — 49% above the $39,484 national median, a strong market signal for this institution.

AI risk is moderate — 36% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Criminal Justice graduates.

Ranked #173 out of 469 programs, Fort Myers Technical College's Criminal Justice offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

With 17 registered apprenticeships mapped to Criminal Justice, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.

73 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
68
Low End
73
Score
75
High End
Earnings $58,949/yr (49% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (64% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (480,600 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$59K
Reported median after graduation
Viable Career Paths
20 of 20
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$53,003
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Criminal Justice graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Managers, all other $136,550 +4.5% 53%
First-line supervisors of police and detectives $105,980 +2.9% 67%
Detectives and criminal investigators $93,580 -0.7% 47%
Managers, all other
$136,550
+4.5% growth 53% AI-proof
First-line supervisors of police and detectives
$105,980
+2.9% growth 67% AI-proof
Detectives and criminal investigators
$93,580
-0.7% growth 47% AI-proof

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Criminal Justice Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Criminal Justice careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering criminal justice & public safety.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Criminal Justice at Fort Myers Technical College?
This program scores 73/100 — placing it among the stronger programs for Criminal Justice nationally. The score reflects above-average earnings, hands-on AI resilience, and solid financial return.
Can I learn Criminal Justice through an apprenticeship instead of Fort Myers Technical College?
The DOL recognizes 17 apprenticeship pathways related to Criminal Justice. For students weighing Fort Myers Technical College's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
How many job openings are there for Criminal Justice graduates?
With approximately 480,600 annual openings across mapped careers, Criminal Justice offers a very large employment pool. Fort Myers Technical College graduates enter a market shaped by public safety staffing needs and retirement-driven turnover.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →