CJ 285 - Victimology

Institution:

Alvernia University

Subject:

Description:

Deals with the many concerns that surround the victims of crime and address the issues that tend to "twice victimize" the victim through the ways in which theyare treated by the system that is supposed to help them. Current policies, trends, theories, and programs for dealing with the victims of crime and their family or survivors are discussed. Specialized responses to victims of violence as well as the etiology of victimization is presented. Historical antecedents, victim compensation, victim impact statements, support agencies, and public policy are presented. This course may be taken for four credits as an option without extra charge for those students who opt to include a community service component. Prerequisite: CJ 101.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.alvernia.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 796-8200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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