CJU 210 - Probation, Parole, and Community Based Corrections

Institution:

Luzerne County Community College

Subject:

Criminal Justice

Description:

This course will examine probation, parole and community-based corrections in the adult and ju-venile court systems. Students will learn about the historical development of probation, parole and community-based corrections from inception to present. The goals, objectives, and practices related to probation, parole and community-based corrections will be examined. The responsibilities and functions of probation, parole officers, and personnel involved in community programs will be ex-plored. The psychosocial impact of probation and parole and community-based corrections on youth and adults will be addressed. The impact of probation, parole, and community-based cor-rections on society including family, peers, school and/workforce will be discussed.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.luzerne.edu

Phone Number:

(570) 740-0200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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