CJS 1156 - American Corrections
3 Credits
Describes the history, theories, legal issues, and practices of corrections, which will be applied to the Minnesota correctional system. This course will also explore sentencing and effects of various sentencing options. This course promotes five (5)core values: Accountability, Compassion/Empathy, Integrity, Cultural Responsiveness, and Interpersonal Communication. These core values serve as the foundation to prepare future public servant leaders.
Major Content Areas
Historical background and trends in corrections
Correctional policy and legal issues affecting correctional practice
Juvenile corrections
Sentencing methods and types of sentences
Community corrections
Special populations in corrections
Modern correctional practice
Corrections in the United States compared to other countries
Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate an understanding of the historical changes and cycles in corrections.
Explain the effects of criminological theories on correctional practice.
Discuss the differences between various sentencing options.
Describe correctional policy and operations within jails, prisons, and other correctional institutions.
Explain prison life for inmates and the effects of custody, programming, and treatment.
Describe current issues in corrections, including capital punishment and mandatory minimum sentencing.
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