Intro to Corrections

Catalog description

This course provides a historical and philosophical survey of the correctional system. It provides an understanding of corrections as an essential component in the criminal justice system, focusing on punishment, sentencing, probation, community corrections, jails and detention facilities, institutional corrections, inmates, parole, and reentry. The course also gives students an orientation to current correctional concepts and various correctional institutions. Prerequisites: Writing Skills II (ENG-095) and Academic Reading III (ESL-098) or Reading Skills II (RDG-095); or Integrated ELL Level III (ELL-103) or exemption by placing into higher level courses.