CPSS/215
Survey of Corrections in the United States
Course level: Undergraduate
Christine O.
BSA
Online classes, always on, 24/7/365
Go to class any time of the day or night. If you have questions, call 866-354-1800 to speak with an Enrollment Representative.
This course introduces the various components of the corrections system within the criminal justice system. It provides an overview of corrections, including corrections history and the people, agencies and organizations who manage, and support convicted offenders. Other topics include policies and procedures, sentencing, community supervision, and rehabilitation of justice involved populations.
Required materials
The materials required for this course are covered in your resource fees.
Earn these career-relevant skills in weeks, not years.
Critical Thinking
Compare the effectiveness of methods for ethically addressing common issues of justice-involved individuals.
Operations
Describe institutional and community support processes for justice involved individuals.
Rehabilitation
Identify common practices for rehabilitation of justice involved individuals.