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Justice & Community Advocacy Associate Degree
Program Code 1050410
The demand for individuals in service-oriented jobs is growing . The Justice & Community Advocacy program will teach students the functions of community advocacy agencies , correctional facilities , operations in probation & parole , criminal justice agencies , private investigation and emergency dispatch careers . Completion of this degree provides the graduate knowledge to improve lives of individuals and communities in a variety of jobs and interests . Graduates will learn how to provide services and assistance in socially conscious and inclusive way that inspire the neediest individuals and families to envision a future with hope . Graduates will also learn skills in situational awareness & defense , crisis management and de-escalation , substance abuse , mental health services and special needs populations .
CURRICULUM
Academic Year 2022-2023
Students following the study plan below will complete the Justice & Community Advocacy associate degree in the number of semesters shown .
First Semester 10-890-101 |
College 101 |
1 |
10-550-206 |
Intro to Interview & Counsel . |
3 |
10-504-132 |
Courts / Jurisdiction |
3 |
10-801-136 |
English Composition 1 |
3 |
10-504-194 |
Intro to Law Enforcement |
3 |
10-504-128 |
PS - Employment Strategies |
1 |
Semester Total |
14 |
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This program is offered at :
Green Bay This program is eligible for Financial Aid
Second Semester |
10-550-201 |
Understanding Substance Use |
3 |
10-504-162 |
Fund of Emergency Dispatch |
3 |
10-504-168 |
CJ - Professiona Communications |
3 |
10-504-193 |
Private Investigation Tactics |
3 |
10-504-166 |
Investigation Practices |
3 |
10-504-198 |
Situational Awareness Defense |
1 |
Semester Total |
16 |
Requirements for Program Entry
• Apply at www . nwtc . edu / apply
• Submit the following : High school transcript ( or GED / HSED transcript ) or College transcript . If your cumulative GPA is below 2.6 , complete or submit a placement evaluation .
• Tip ! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step . Have questions ? Connect with NWTC Admissions at start @ nwtc . edu or 920- 498-5444 .
Third Semester |
10-804-113 |
College Technical Math 1A |
3 |
10-809-159 |
Abnormal Psychology |
3 |
10-504-101 |
Intro to Probation & Parole |
3 |
10-504-167 |
Public Safety Report Writing |
3 |
10-504-195 |
Criminal and Juvenile Law |
3 |
10-801-196 |
Oral / Interpersonal Comm |
3 |
Semester Total |
18 |
Fourth Semester
10-504-102 |
Crisis Mgmt & De-escalation |
3 |
10-809-172 |
Intro to Diversity Studies |
3 |
10-520-104 |
Advocacy of Special Population |
3 |
10-520-191 |
Motivational Interviewing |
3 |
10-504-197 |
PS - Job Interview |
1 |
Semester Total |
13 |
TOTAL CREDITS 61
• Curriculum Note : The credit for 10-890-101 , College 101 is an Institutional Requirement for graduation . Consequently , it is not part of the program credit requirements , but must be passed with a “ C ” or better .
Course Descriptions
10-890-101 COLLEGE 101 ... Students will utilize digital tools and resources to assess , explore , practice , apply , and evaluate both employability and learning skills . By establishing NWTC cultural values as hallmarks of success in academic , career , and personal settings the course encourages reflective , personalized development of a growth mindset and emphasizes the importance of making wise choices . To maximize the return on investment , students should take this course in their first semester as it identifies key expectations ( hidden rules ) of higher learning and professional employment .
10-550-206 INTRO TO INTERVIEW & COUNSEL . ... Analyze foundational skills in the counseling relationship . Analyze the stages of the helping processes and the roles professionals play in the processes . Analyze the importance of establishing therapeutic relationships . Apply basic counseling techniques . Apply interviewing and counseling skills through mock counseling sessions and personal experience reflections . Examine issues of boundaries and ethics .
10-504-132 COURTS / JURISDICTIONS ... development of the American judicial system , the federal and Wisconsin court structure , Wisconsin judicial rules and procedures from complaint to sentencing as they impact police or correctional officers .
10-801-136 ENGLISH COMPOSITION 1 ... learners develop knowledge / skills in planning , organizing , writing , editing . Students will also analyze audience / purpose , use elements of research , format documents using standard guidelines , and develop critical reading skills . ( Prerequisite : High school GPA greater / equal to 2.6 ; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 18 ; OR Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 260 ; OR “ preparatory course ( s )”, contact academic advisor at 920-498-5444 )
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