BCJ 563
Criminal Justice Policy
Online Course
BCJ 563 Criminal Justice Policy
3 Semester Units
Criminal Justice Policy addresses crime control and/or prevention and the policies that arise from the need to address crime and deliver justice. The course examines each of the various actors in the public policy process at the federal, state and local level. By the end of the course, students will be able to comprehend the justification, logic, and evidence for specific crime policies, as well as analyze the factors that influence policymaking.
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify and define the crime problem in America and examine the crime control perspectives.
- Discuss law enforcement approaches to crime control.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the role of legislation, courts and corrections in criminal justice policy.
- Analyze alternative approaches to crime control including individual, family and household crime control, community crime control, School-based crime control and, environmental manipulation.
- Explain crime trends and assess future applications.
- Demonstrate proficiency with academic writing related to criminal justice policies.
If you are interested in taking this course, please explore a degree or certificate program below:
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All of our programs are self-paced. This means you can complete your coursework as quickly or as slowly as your schedule permits as long as you complete one course every six months to remain an active student in good standing.
This course is structured into four units and a final exam. Each unit has a required essay and an open book multiple-choice exam.
Yes. Every course in the educational programs offered at California Coast University requires an assigned textbook. To assist students in managing the high costs of textbooks, CCU offers a rental library for all required texts.
Students can also obtain textbooks in their local areas or through online sources if they do not wish to utilize the University's rental library. There are many resources on the web for renting, purchasing, and selling textbooks. If you would like to purchase your textbooks, or are interested in exploring other delivery methods (digital or pdf versions), we have compiled a handy Textbook Resource Page for students who wish to explore other options.
Students can also obtain textbooks in their local areas or through online sources if they do not wish to utilize the University's rental library. There are many resources on the web for renting, purchasing, and selling textbooks. If you would like to purchase your textbooks, or are interested in exploring other delivery methods (digital or pdf versions), we have compiled a handy Textbook Resource Page for students who wish to explore other options.
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