CRJU 132 - Victimology

Institution:

Mercy University

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Description:

This course focuses on the central character in a criminal act, the victim. Its objectives are to understand what it means to be victimized and to learn how to offer a victim real help. Special attention will be given to the victims of particular sorts of crimes such as sexual assault; child, adolescent and spouse abuse; victimization of the elderly and of parents; incest; and to the survivors of homicide victims. 3 sem. hrs. 3 crs.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mercy.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 637-2969

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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