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2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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CRIM 134 - Introduction to Criminal Justice Careers
PROGRAM: Criminal Justice
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 2
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2014
An introductory and fundamental course that covers topics of interest and importance to those contemplating a career in criminal justice: employment trends; principal criminal justice careers; fitness and preparation for criminal justice positions; job- seeking challenges and strategies; and, a candid conversation regarding jobs, careers, and your future.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Describe the three major components of the criminal justice system.
- Evaluate functional distinctions among criminal justice careers.
- Discuss and demonstrate an understanding of employment trends.
- Demonstrate critical thinking in a process of career decision-making.
- Demonstrate functional writing and oral presentation competencies in describing and drafting a career plan.
- Prepare a personal strategy for job attainment and career enhancement.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
- Employment trends
- Public and private criminal justice careers
- Job application process
- Personal fitness and job assessments
- Resume
- Interview
- The primacy effect
- Networks and references
- Job advancement
- Job loss
- Internships
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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