Description
Overview of the scope of a law enforcement officer, corrections officer, and probation officer's role. Jurisdiction of local, state and federal agencies, career opportunities and qualifications for recruitment are emphasized. Includes administration of justice concepts and history of the criminal justice system.
Grading Basis
Graded
Course Learning Outcomes
Core Topics
- History of criminal justice systems
- Philosophy of the criminal justice system
- Victimology
- Terminology
- Role of the judicial, legislative and executive branches of government
- Theory and concepts of law enforcement and corrections