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Criminal Justice Fundamentals (CJ71) Technical Certificate of Credit
CJ71
The Criminal Justice Fundamentals Technical Certificate of Credit is a sequence of courses that prepares students for criminal justice professions. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of criminal justice theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Upon completion of this technical certificate of credit may permit students to pursue entry level opportunities in the criminal justice field. Completion of the Criminal Justice Specialist Technical Certificate of Credit does not ensure certification of officer status in Georgia. Students must seek such certification from the Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Council.
| Occupational Courses (12 Credits) | |
|---|---|
| Required Courses: | |
| COMP 1000Intro to Computer Literacy
Introduces the fundamental concepts terminology and operations necessary to use computers. Emphasis is placed on basic functions and familiarity with computer use. Topics include an introduction to computer terminology the Windows environment Internet and email word processing software spreadsheet software database software and presentation software. |
3 |
| CRJU 1010Intro to Criminal Justice Tech
Introduces the development and organization of the criminal justice system in the United States. Topics include: the American criminal justice system; constitutional limitations; organization of enforcement adjudication and corrections; and career opportunities and requirements. |
3 |
| CRJU 1030Corrections
Prerequisite: CRJU 1010 Provides an analysis of all phases of the American correctional system and practices including its history procedures and objectives. Topics include: history and evolution of correctional facilities; legal and administrative problems; institutional facilities and procedures; probation parole and prerelease programs; alternative sentencing; rehabilitation; community involvement; and staffing. |
3 |
| CRJU 1040Principles of Law Enforcement
Prerequisite: CRJU 1010 This course examines the principles of the organization administration and duties of federal state and local law enforcement agencies. Topics include: history and philosophy of law enforcement evaluation of administrative practices problems in American law enforcement agencies emerging concepts professionalism and community crime prevention programs. |
3 |
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