is an Associate Professor of Criminal Justice at American Military University and an adjunct professor with several colleges/universities. Before pursuing a career in higher education, Dr. Pittaro worked in corrections administration; served as the executive director of an outpatient drug and alcohol facility; and as the executive director of a crime prevention agency.
Dr. Pittaro holds a Ph.D. in criminal justice; an MPA in public administration, and a BS in criminal justice. Among his nearly 200 publications, including four book publications, he is the author of the 2021 highly-rated book,. His areas of expertise are in corrections, namely correctional leadership, and in providing education and awareness of suicide among criminal justice professionals.
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