Surveys features , causes , assessment and treatment of abnormal behavior through major theoretical perspectives . Introduces the diagnosis system of the DSM-IV , the history , cultural / social differences , current perspectives , diagnosis criteria / treatments . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 15 ; OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing with a B or better ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Intro to Probation & Parole 10504101 This course will focus on a practical perspective of corrections both institutional and community . Topics that will be examined and critiqued include institutional security , restorative justice , community-based supervision , role of the probation & parole officer and successful offender rehabilitation . Course Typically Offered : Fall
Public Safety Report Writing 10504167 Methods of criminal justice reporting , principles of effective report writing , organizing reports , writing operational reports based on case studies . Course Typically Offered : Fall
Criminal and Juvenile Law 10504195 In this course , learners will discover the history and philosophy of criminal law ; utilize basic terminology and elements of criminal law while analyzing facts and circumstances to determine which crimes or forfeitures may have been committed and any defenses that might be available . They will assess crimes against persons , public safety , habitation , property , public order and morals , as well as crimes involving drugs or alcohol . They will consider the rights of victims and defendants while applying various forms of punishment and sentencing options to crime scenarios . This course will also provide the learner with the special knowledge and understanding of the history of juvenile justice and juvenile rights , child abuse , neglect and other crimes against children . They will determine the system ’ s proper jurisdiction over juveniles in ordinance and traffic offenses , delinquency , and waiver to adult court . They will investigate taking a youth into custody , the role of intake , and the juvenile court process from custody through adjudication . They will also evaluate the dispositional options and placements available including juvenile corrections . Course Typically Offered : Fall
Oral / Interpersonal Comm 10801196 This course focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation , group activity , and other projects . The study of self , conflict , and cultural contexts will be explored , as well as their impact on communication . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English score greater / equal to 16 ; OR preparatory course-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Crisis Mgmt & De-escalation 10504102 This course will examine the unique challenges that the learner may encounter in their career when in contact with persons in crisis or persons with mental illness . The ability to recognize and de-escalate dangerous behavior will make you more successful at your job . The student will learn to identify signs of crisis and mental illness as well as conflict resolution techniques to calm an otherwise volatile situation . ( Prerequisite : 10-504-168 CJ-Professional Communication ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Intro to Diversity Studies 10809172 Basic American values of justice and equality by teaching vocabulary , history of immigration / conquest , transcultural communication , legal liability , multicultural majority / minority relations , ageism , sexism , gender , sexual orientation , the disabled / ADA . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 15 ; OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing with a B or better ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Advocacy of Special Population 10520104 Examine the concept of advocacy as it relates to the human services field . Identify various populations that students will work with within the human services field . Develop and practice strategies for communication and advocating for people . Explore belief systems , social pressure , moral problems and decision making as it relates to various child and adult populations . Apply reflective practitioner techniques . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Motivational Interviewing 10520191 Ascertain fundamental building block skills in Motivational Interviewing . Apply the Spirit and basic Motivational Interviewing interventions in therapeutic sessions . Evaluate performance through real play counseling sessions and personal experience reflections . Recognize ambivalence and motivation to change . Determine differences between sustain and change talk . Apply collaborative goal setting . Determine client direction using focus techniques . Apply reflective practitioner techniques . ( Prerequisite : 10-550-206 Intro to Interview & Counsel .) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
PS-Job Interviews 10504197 Provides the opportunity for the learner to prepare for the public safety hiring process with an emphasis on oral board interviews . ( Prerequisite : 10-504-128 , PS - Employment Strategies OR 10-504-191 , LEAD Employment Strategies ) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
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