How to Answer: What did you learn about being a Parole Officer in college?
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26. What did you learn about being a Parole Officer in college?
How to Answer
This question is designed to gain an understanding of your perspective of the job you have applied to. During your college career, you likely had a few key takeaways. What things were you told that impacted you? Did you hear any special presentations that left you with important information about the field? What things tugged at your heartstrings? These are all great things to mention when you hear this question. Be ready to share 3-4 key takeaways that you had from college that helped prepare you for this career.
Answer Example
"While receiving my Bachelor's degree, I learned valuable knowledge from the corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work or related fields. I learned theories and strategies for effective probation/parole supervision, corrections, social service counseling and case management capacity, This has equipped me with the knowledge and know how to perform this role above and beyond your expectations."
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