Course Description

This course explores the historical and philosophical foundations of the American correctional system, tracing its evolution from early punitive models to contemporary rehabilitative approaches. Students will examine key theories used to influence and manage criminal behavior, with emphasis on their application in institutional and community settings. The curriculum also addresses the practical realities and legal justifications of probation, parole, and institutional supervision, preparing students to critically assess correctional strategies within today’s justice landscape. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours

3

Contact Hours

3

Lecture Hours

3

Recommended Prerequisites or Skills Competencies

Placement into ENG 111

General Education Outcomes supported by this course

Communications - Direct

Course Learning Outcomes

Knowledge:

• Students will describe the role of Corrections within the Criminal Justice System.
• Identify key concepts, terms, relationships and relative to Corrections.
• Articulate how their interaction with correctional staff regarding complex correctional processes affect inmates and inmate families.

Application:

• Describe the Correctional process.
• Use problem solving to make decisions relative to corrections based on course concepts.

Integration:

• Explain the similarities between corrections and other careers in corrections such as business, records, and case management.

Caring - Civic Learning:

• Describe best inmate interaction skills for corrections officers to allow for maximum rehabilitation for the offender.
• Describe ethical implications to incarceration.

Learning How to Learn:

• Identify the best learning modality.