Common Course Outline
Course discipline/number/title
CRJU 2315: Community Corrections
Catalog Description
| Credits | 3 |
|---|---|
| Hours/Week | 3 |
| Prerequisites (Course discipline/number) | CRJU 1305 |
| Other requirements | None |
| MnTC Goals (if any) | NA |
Course Description
This course addresses the concepts and practices of community corrections. The specific content includes halfway house program activities, restitution projects and program coordination, work release activities, court diversion processes and programs, truancy tracking programs, and community outreach initiatives.
Date Last Revised (Month, year)
April, 2021
Outline of Major Content Areas
- Pretrial release and diversion
- Probation
- History
- Issues
- Intermediate sanctions
- Residential
- Nonresidential
- Prisoner reentry
- Unique issues in community corrections
- Juveniles
- Restorative justice
Learning Outcomes (General)
The student will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of pretrial release and diversions.
- Explain the difference between probation and parole.
- Explain the difference between residential and nonresidential sanctions.
- Explain the challenges prisoners face when reentering society.
- Demonstrate an understanding of alternative sentencing options.
- Demonstrate an understanding of community support system for offenders.
Learning Outcomes (MnTC)
NA
Methods for Evaluation of Student Learning
Methods may include but are not limited to:
- Exams
- Practical Exercises
- Discussions
RCTC Core Outcome(s)
This course contributes to meeting the following RCTC Core Outcome(s):
- Critical Thinking
- Students will think systematically and explore information thoroughly before accepting or formulating a position or conclusion.
Special Information (if any)
None