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Introduction to Corrections

Business and Social Sciences Division CLC - College of Lake County

Course Description

This course examines the history, philosophy, and administration of corrections in America. An emphasis will be placed on philosophies of punishment, sentencing strategies, the prison community, alternatives to incarceration, and various reform efforts. Critical issues facing corrections will be examined.

Minimum Credit Hours

3

Maximum Credit Hours

3

PCS Code

1.1

Requirements

Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness
Corequisite: CRJ 121

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