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2011-2012 Official General Catalog 
    
2011-2012 Official General Catalog [Archived Catalog]

CRJ 240 - Community Corrections


An introduction to the history, philosophy, and practices of probation, parole, intensive supervision, community corrections, and other non-institutional corrections treatment settings.  The philosophy of community treatment is explained and procedures and processes of supervision as they pertain to the offender are examined.

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  List and describe the various alternatives to incarcerations programs and evaluate whether such programs can be successful.
2.  Write a fictional pre-sentence investigation report using the NYS format using sound and logical construction.
3.  Engage in a mock interview of a resistant offender using motivational interviewing techniques.
4.  Write a report on their experience touring the operation of a local probation department.
5.  Explain techniques for the supervision of general and special offender populations including use of technology such as electronic monitoring and drug testing equipment.