ADJ 20 - Introduction to Corrections

Institution:

Riverside City College

Subject:

Description:

CSU Prerequisite: None. This course is designed to provide the student with an overview of the history and trends of adult and juvenile corrections, including probation and parole. The course will focus on the legal issues, specific laws and general operations of correctional institutions. The relationship between corrections and other components of the judicial system will also be examined. This course has been identified by the Correctional Peace Officer Standards and training Board of the Department of Corrections, California Youth Authority and the California Peace Officers Association to fulfill the educational requirements of the CPOST Certificate for apprentices hired after July 1, 1995 by CDC and CYA. 54 hours lecture.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.rcc.edu/riverside/

Phone Number:

(951) 222-8000 ext 8979

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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