Course Description:
Most of us have watched a sensationalized crime show at one time or another, but do we really know how things work behind those dreaded prison bars? Do we really understand all the many factors in our justice proceedings? The criminal justice system is a very complex field that requires many seriously dedicated people who are willing to pursue equal justice for all. The Careers in Criminal Justice course illuminates what those different career choices are and how the juvenile justice system, the correctional system, and the trial process all work together to maintain social order. Find out more about what really happens when the television show ends and reality begins.
Prerequisite: None
Course Length: 1 Semester
Credits: 0.5 Credit
Units at a Glance
1: Overview of Criminal Justice
2: US Laws: Freedom versus Responsibility
3: Inside a Criminal Trial
4: The Juvenile Justice System
5: Jails, Prisons, and Community Corrections
6: Careers in Criminal Justice
7: Evaluating Justice Ethics
8: People Skills in Criminal Justice
9: Communication in Criminal Justice
10: Finding Employment in Criminal Justice