Program Overview

  • Duration

    3 Months (Self-Paced) Program

  • Total Courses

    01

  • Total Credit Hours

    6

The Juvenile Justice program is dedicated to addressing the unique challenges associated with youth in the criminal justice system. Students study juvenile law, intervention strategies, and rehabilitation techniques. Graduates are prepared for roles in juvenile probation, youth advocacy, and community-based organizations working to support at-risk youth.

Advance your research skills in criminal justice, with a focus on designing and conducting empirical research. Learn to critically evaluate research in the field and contribute to the discipline.


Gain an introduction to juvenile justice, covering the historical context, legal framework, and various approaches to addressing delinquency among young people. Explore rehabilitation and prevention.


Study juvenile law, focusing on the legal framework governing juvenile offender treatment. Explore the court system, due process, and the unique rights of young individuals in the justice system.


Examine the ethical considerations within the field of juvenile justice. Analyze moral and legal dilemmas in the treatment of young offenders and discuss the application of ethical principles in juvenile justice settings.


Explore the complexities of juvenile delinquency, including risk factors, prevention, and intervention strategies. Understand the societal impact of delinquent behavior and its implications for young offenders and their communities.

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.

Research Methods In Criminal Justice (JUJ-007)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Criminal Justice Research Methods: Theory And Method.
     Ethics In Criminal Justice Research    
     Research Design: The Experimental Model And Its Variations
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     An Introduction To Alternative Data-Gathering Strategies And The Special Case Of Uniform Crime Reports
     Sampling And Survey Research: Questionnaires
     Survey Research: Interviews And Telephone Surveys    
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Participant Observation And Case Studies  
     Unobtrusive Measures, Secondary Analysis, And The Uses Of Official Statistics
     Validity, Reliability, And Triangulated Strategies
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Scaling And Index Construction
     Policy Analysis And Evaluation Research    
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Data Management: Coding, Tabulation, And Simple Data Presentation    
     Data Analysis: A User'S Guide To Statistics

Juvenile Justice (JUJ-157)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Delinquency And The Juvenile Justice System
     Theoretical Explanations Of Delinquency
     The External Environment
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Gangs
     Police And The Juvenile Offender
     The Courts And Juvenile Justice
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Diversion
     Community-Based Sanctions And Juvenile Institutions
     Goals And Effectiveness Of The Juvenile Justice System
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Organization, Bureaucracy, And Systems
     Decision Making
     Inter-Group Relations And Conflict
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Power And Politics In Juvenile Justice
     The Executives
     Juvenile Justice: An Overview And Assessment

Juvenile Law (JUJ-430)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     An Introduction To Juvenile Justice In The United States
     Measuring Delinquency: Types Of Offenders And Trends
     Theories Of Delinquency
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     An Overview Of The Juvenile Justice System
     The Legal Rights Of Juveniles
     Juveniles And The Police
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Intake And Preadjudicatory Processing
     Prosecutorial Decision Making In Juvenile Justice
     Classification And Preliminary Treatment: Waivers And Other Alternatives
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Adjudicatory Process: Dispositional Alternatives
     Nominal Sanctions: Warnings, Diversion, And Alternative Dispute Resolution
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Juvenile Probation And Intermediate Punishments
     Juvenile Corrections: Custodial Sanctions And Parole

Juvenile Justice And Ethics (JUJ-487)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Explaining Delinquency
     Patterns Of Delinquency
     Theories Of Delinquency: Bio-Psychological Explanations
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Sociological Theories Of Delinquency
     Schools And Delinquent Behavior
     Families And Delinquency
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Peers, Gangs, And Delinquency
     Females And Delinquency
     Race, Ethnicity, Class, And Delinquency
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Police And Juveniles
     Juvenile Court Process
     Juvenile Corrections
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Preventing Delinquency
     Community Response To Delinquency
     The Future Of Juvenile Justice

Juvenile Delinquency (JUJ-735)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Juvenile Delinquency
     Sociological Overview: Society, Norms, Conformity And Deviant Behavior
     The Dimensions Of The Delinquency Problem
     Biological Explanations Of Juvenile Delinquency
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Psychogenic Explanations Of Juvenile Delinquency
     Sociological Explanations Of Juvenile Delinquency
     Sociological Explanations Of Juvenile Delinquency: Social Learning And Social Control Theories
     Sociological Explanations Of Juvenile Delinquency: Labelling And Radical Theories
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Future For Causal Explanations Of Delinquency
     The Family And Juvenile Delinquency
     Schools And Delinquency
     The Youth Subculture
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Juvenile Gangs And Delinquent Behavior
     Juveniles And The Police
     Juvenile Court
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Juvenile Corrections
     Treatment And Prevention Programs
     Rethinking The Delinquency Problem