
American Corrections
CRJS-4005-1
Empire State University
- Semester
- Spring 2025
- Instructor
- Start Date
- 01-13-2025
- Total Credits
- 4
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This study provides a critical examination of the intention and implementation of correctional policy and practices. Using historical development as a way of understanding current ideas, the history of corrections will be traversed, taking into consideration the justification and effects of corrections. This can be supported through work within the field of criminal justice, or related civil service fields.Introductory study in sociology, psychology and/or human development is desirable but not required. The student should have an understanding of the structure and functions of the various parts of the criminal justice system and the relationship of federal, state and local criminal justice agencies, such as might be learned in a course in Introduction to Criminal Justice prior to taking this course. Prerequisites: The student should have an understanding of the structure and functions of the various parts of the criminal justice system and the relationship of federal, state and local criminal justice agencies, such as might be learned in a course in Introduction to Criminal Justice.
Course Area: Criminal Justice/Criminology
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Dates: 01-13-2025 - 04-25-2025
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