Corrections Professional Certificate

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the criminal justice system and how various interconnected agencies work to achieve human service through collaboration, critical thinking and problem-solving.
2. Students will be able to describe and implement the main principals of the United States Constitution and apply those principals to individual rights, due process and current issues surrounding the field of criminal justice.
3. Students will become familiar with the criminal law and procedure, victimization, the adjudication process, corrections options, evidence, ethics and theory.
4. Demonstrate effective communication skills, both written and verbal, by researching, documenting, reporting and presenting on various theories or topics related to criminal justice.
5. Students will demonstrate the ability to understand the history of corrections, offenders, diversion programs, mental health awareness, recidivism and the typical duties and functions of a corrections officer.

Required Corrections Courses

• CRJU 130 - Introduction to Corrections 4 CR
• CRJU 131 - Institutional Corrections 4 CR
• CRJU 132 - Client Development and Understanding 4 CR
• CRJU 133 - Client Relations in Corrections 4 CR

Information

Students must complete the Corrections program with a cumulative grade of C (73%) or higher to receive the Corrections Professional Certificate.

For mor Corrections Professional program information, see the program webpage:
https://kellogg.edu/academics/areas-of-study/social-sciences-human-services-criminal-justice/corrections/ 

To apply to the Corrections Professional program and begin mapping your course sequence, use this link advising@kellogg.edu to make an appointment with an academic advisor.