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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
CJ 211 - Women and the Law 3 CR
Traces the development of sex discrimination as a legal and social phenomenon. The law is covered in terms of its historical perspective.
Prerequisite: CJ 101

CJ 213 - Probation and Parole 3CR
Teaches the application of probation, pardon and parole methods for both Juveniles and adults. Analyzes the most effective methods and techniques as they apply to these services.
Prerequisite: CJ 101

CJ 216 - Juvenile Justice 3 CR
Includes an in-depth examination of the juvenile justice system, its history and its practices.  The course also examines the nature and causes of juvenile delinquency, sociological factors that influence such behavior, typologies of juvenile offenders, and current trends in the control of such behavior.
Prerequisite: CJ 101

CJ 220 - Introduction to Corrections 3CR
A general overview of the corrections system including the historical development of control of human behavior in society. Analysis of the major issues confronting corrections
Prerequisite: CJ 101

CJ 223 - Interviewing and Counseling 3CR
Practice-oriented course designed to provide the basic techniques of counseling and interviewing.
Prerequisite: CJ 101



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