Intermediate Spanish for Criminology and Justice Studies

Catalog description

Continuation of Spanish language fundamentals in a context relevant to Criminology and Justice Studies and/or Law Enforcement, First Responders. Emphasis on the development of the skills of reading, listening comprehension, speaking, writing, and on culture. Special focus on the language needs when communicating with Spanish-speaking community members, neighbors, police officers, first responders, victims, and witnesses. Students will request placement in approved organizations that provide service to the local community related to criminal justice, for a direct application of course content. Enrollment Requirements: At time of enrollment in course, basic communicative skills (reading, writing, speaking, listening) in Spanish, equivalent to those demonstrated upon completion of SPAN 102 , are mandatory. Three years of high school Spanish taken and passed within the last two years, or placement into SPAN 201 through the CSUSM Spanish Placement Exam administered by the CSUSM Testing Services. Satisfies GE area: C3