Also called: Crime Victim Advocate, Domestic Violence Advocate
Supports people who have experienced crimes like domestic violence or assault — safety plans, court, and emotional support.
Meets a woman at the hospital after an assault, explains her options, and goes with her to talk to police. Later sits beside a client in court as she testifies.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Bachelor's in social work, psychology, or criminal justice; 40-hour advocate training.
Ways in: 4-year college, Certification, On-the-job training. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Social Work, Criminology, Psychology.
Growing faster than average (about 6% over 10 years).
Low risk for 10 years. AI can explain court steps, but meeting a survivor at the hospital and sitting beside her in court stay human.
Classes: Psychology, AP Government, Spanish.
Official data: O*NET occupation 21-1093.
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