Criminal Justice | Basic Corrections, Certificate

Location(s): Chemeketa Brooks

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The Basic Corrections certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in correctional facilities as security aids, correctional officers and corrections work supervisors.

Program Outcomes

Students completing the Basic Corrections certificate should be able to satisfy the following outcomes:

Identify the historical and philosophical evolution of criminal justice sanctions and punishment.
Describe the constitutional and statutory foundation for offender treatment within correctional facilities.

You may earn a certificate of completion by successfully completing the required 37 credit hours with a grade of “C” or better in all courses.

General Education Requirements (12 Credit Hours):

MTH 060 Introductory Algebra Credits: 4 (or higher)
PSY 201 Introduction to Psychology: Mind and Body Credits: 4 (or higher)
WR 121Z Composition 1 Credits: 4

Basic Corrections Core Requirements (25 Credit Hours):

CJ 101 Criminology Credits: 3
CJ 130 Introduction to Corrections Process Credits: 3
CJ 132 Introduction to Parole and Probation Credits: 3
CJ 134 Search, Contraband, and Restraints Credits: 2
CJ 147 Criminal Personality and Errors in Thinking Credits: 2
CJ 203 Crisis Intervention Credits: 3
CJ 232 Introduction to Corrections Casework Credits: 3
CJ 253 Introduction to Penology Credits: 3

Corrections Elective (3 Credit Hours):*

* Choose any CJ course not required within the program.