Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
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Evaluate the major issues, trends, and dilemmas confronting Community Corrections.
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Examine different Community Corrections alternatives and appraise its purpose as a vital diversion to the American Criminal Justice and Corrections System.
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Research and evaluate data to differentiate positions on community-based corrections alternatives.
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Analyze a community-based corrections alternative utilizing information databases (NJCJ online; Criminal Justice websites; and Position Paper).
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Examine the effectiveness of community-based corrections alternatives through interviews and field observation.
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Perform an oral report presentation of a field observation experience at a Community Corrections Agency.
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Examine the issues of professional responsibility and ethical standards as they relate to the subject matter of this course.