CJUS 315 - Victimology: Victims of Crime

Institution:

University of Nebraska at Kearney

Subject:

Description:

Prereq: none This course is designed to introduce the students to the overall problems dealing with victimization. Areas covered will include homicides, child abuse and neglect, rape, spouse abuse, abuse to the elderly, and other victimizations along with the post traumatic stress involved. The philosophy, history, and objectives of victimology will be reviewed in additions to the Victims' Rights Movement and research findings about victims. This course is designed to assist students in relating to victims of crime in a professional manner.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.unk.edu

Phone Number:

(308) 865-8441

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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