CR 4092 - Victimology

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

Criminology

Description:

This course will provide an introduction to theory and research about individuals and specific populations that have been victimized by interpersonal, institutional and state sanctioned violence and abuse. Specific topics may include domestic violence and incest, rape, biased-related crimes, and post-trauma syndrome as a result of war, torture social or environmental catastrophes. Students will also become acquainted with the variety of social services, specialized programs within the criminal justice system and practitioners who treat "survivors" of violence and abuse. Normally offered every year. Prerequisite: EMS

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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