Program Overview

  • Duration

    3 Months (Self-Paced) Program

  • Total Courses

    01

  • Total Credit Hours

    6

At University of North Carolina, our Corrections program is dedicated to preparing students for careers in correctional institutions, rehabilitation centers, and related fields. Students study the principles of criminal justice, offender rehabilitation, and correctional administration. They gain a deep understanding of the challenges and responsibilities involved in managing incarcerated individuals and contribute to building safer communities.

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TUITION

Fees Breakdown Cost
GRADUATE COURSE CERTIFICATE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE $1,560
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $1,560
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At the University of North Carolina, we champion the synergy of affordability and opportunity. Our unwavering dedication to accessible education ensures that exceptional learning doesn't come with an exorbitant price. We unlock the gates to knowledge, extending students the opportunity to flourish without the heavy weight of overwhelming tuition costs, empowering them for a brighter, more promising future.

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Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree, or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

6

Course Duration

3 Months (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

01

Exploring the Fundamentals of Criminal Law and Systems of Justice

At the outset of their journey in the College of Criminal Justice, students embark on a thorough examination of criminal law and the intricate justice systems. This educational phase imparts profound insights into legal principles, criminology, and law enforcement methodologies. Armed with this foundational expertise, students are well-prepared to navigate the intricate landscape of the criminal justice domain.

Hands-On Learning and Involvement with the Community

Outside the traditional classroom setting, the College of Criminal Justice places significant importance on hands-on learning and active community involvement. Students are afforded opportunities to intern with law enforcement agencies, partake in mock trials, and interact with local communities. These experiences not only refine their practical abilities but also offer invaluable perspectives into the world of criminal justice.

nvestigating Global Criminal Justice Challenges and Cross-Border Collaboration

At the University of North Carolina's College of Criminal Justice, we are deeply committed to confronting global criminal justice concerns and promoting international collaborations. Our curriculum delves into crime and justice from a worldwide standpoint, inspiring students to partake in joint research efforts and initiatives with global organizations. This global outlook equips our students to confront the intricate challenges within the field of criminal justice.

Current Issues In Criminal Justice (COR-350)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Waking Of America To Terrorism
     Terrorism: An Overview
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Defending The Homeland By Rule Of Law
     Terrorists On Main Street, Usa
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Defending Main Street
     Defending Aviation From Terrorism
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Defending Main Street Against Weapons Of Mass Destruction
     The Day After: Rebuilding Main Street, Usa
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Defending Liberty: Today And Tomorrow
     The Cost Of Freedom

Advanced Community Corrections (COR-361)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Probation, Parole And Community Corrections: An Overview
     The History Of Probation
     The History Of Parole
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Presentence Investigation
     The Decision To Grant Probation And The Supervision Process
     Parole Selection
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Parole Supervision: A Problematic Process
     Administration
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Correction, Probation And Parole Officers
     Innovative Programs And Intermediate Sanctions
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Pretrial Release, Diversion, Special Programs, And Halfway Houses
     Probation And Parole In The Twenty-First Century

Ethics In Crime And Corrections (COR-517)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Criminal Justice And The Study Of Morality
     Choices, Values, And The Scope Of Ethics
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     How Free Are We? The Challenge Of Determinism
     Is Morality Relative? The Variability Of Norms And Values
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Can We Be Moral? The Problem Of Self-Interest
     Why Should We Be Good? Sources Of Morality
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Becoming Ethical: The Development Of Morality
     Means And Ends: The Importance Of Consequences
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Respecting Persons, Respecting Rights: The Ethics Of Duty
     The Virtuous And The Vicious: Considering Character

Advanced Research Methods In Corrections (COR-678)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Research Enterprise In Criminal Justice And Criminology: Theory And Research.
     Frames Of Reference And Problem Formulation
     Research Designs
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Sampling Techniques, Purposes, And Problems.
     Questionnaires: Construction, Application, And Issues
     Interviewing: Types, Applications, And Issues
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Observation And The Use Of Secondary Sources: Types, Applications, And Issues
     The Measurement Of Variables In Criminal Justice And Criminology: Scaling, Applications, And Issues
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Validity And Reliability Of Measures
     Data Coding, Presentation And Description
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Hypotheses, Hypothesis Testing, And Theory Verification: Interpreting Information And Examining Issues.
     Ethical Issues In Research

Advanced Concepts In Corrections (COR-708)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Invitation Of Corrections  
     From Vengeance To Reform: An Historical Perspective
     The Development Of Corrections In The United States
     The Punishment Of Offenders
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Rise Of Community-Based Corrections
     Probation
     Nbsp; Intermediate Sanctions
     Nbsp; Parole, Surveillance, And Reentry Programs
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Local Institution
     Nbsp; Federal, State, And Private Institutions
     Correctional Managers And Officers    
     Institutional Violence
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Correctional Programs And Services
     Male Prisoner
     The Female Offenders  
     Juvenile Corrections  
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Nbsp; The Death Penalty
     Nbsp; Incarceration Trends: Race, Gender, Class, And Age
     Politics, Law, And Prison Crowding
     Prisoners’ Rights