CRJ 1840 - Correctional Client

Institution:

Oakland Community College

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Description:

Equivalent to PLS 1840 (2003-2004) Prerequisites: CRJ 1010, CRJ 1060 The course will examine various concepts, theories and practices relating to the study of human relations, such as the influences of environment, biological factors and the family on an individual's behavior. The course allows students to develop an insight into the behavior and motivations of correctional clients. The course will examine the specific characteristics of male, female and juvenile offenders as clients of the corrections process. The course will consider special category of offenders such as the mentally disordered, sexually deviant, elderly and others that become part of the correctional system. The course will explore basic counseling techniques used to influence and guide the correction client.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oaklandcc.edu

Phone Number:

(248) 341-2000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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