Program Overview

  • Duration

    6 Months (Self-Paced) Program

  • Total Courses

    06

  • Total Credit Hours

    36

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.

Fundamentals Of Correctional Counseling provides an understanding of counseling in correctional settings. Students learn about assessment, treatment, and counseling techniques in correctional facilities.


Introduction To Crime And Punishment delves into the study of crime, punishment, and criminal justice. Students explore the history and theories of criminal justice.


Research Methods In Corrections covers research methodologies in the field of corrections. Students learn about research design, data collection, and analysis specific to corrections.


Special Topics In Corrections allows students to explore unique and emerging topics in the field of corrections. The course provides in-depth knowledge of specialized areas within correctional practice.


Introduction To Probation And Parole provides an understanding of probation and parole systems. Students learn about supervision, rehabilitation, and community reintegration of offenders.


Provides an introduction to the field, including key concepts in criminal justice, correctional systems, and the role of corrections in the justice system. Students gain a foundational understanding of the field.

TUITION

Fees Breakdown Cost
UNDERGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE $3,240
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $3,240
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

High school diploma, GED or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

36

Course Duration

6 Months (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

06

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.

Fundamentals Of Correctional Counseling (COR-387)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Notion Of Special Needs Offender
     Risk Assessment, Diagnosis, Classification, And Recidivism Prediction Of Offenders
     Substance Abusers And Substance Abuse Programs
     Offenders With Communicable Diseases
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Mentally Disordered Offenders; Commonalities, Assessment And Treatment
     Offenders With Learning Disabilities And Mental Retardation
     Special Needs Of Early Childhood Offenders
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Child Adolescent Offender As A Special Needs Offender
     Gang Members As Special Needs Offenders
     Juvenile Sex Offenders As Special Needs Offenders
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Adult Sex Offenders
     Domestic Batterers As Special Needs Offenders
     Female Offender As Special Offenders
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Special Needs Of Geriatric Offenders
     Restorative Justice, Mediation, And Sentencing Circles: Their Applicability To Special Needs Offenders Who Are On Probation Or Parole
     Predictions And Suggestions For The Future Processing Of Special Needs Offenders

Introduction To Crime And Punishment (COR-402)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Early History (2000 B.C. To A.D. 1800) 
     Prisons (1800 To The Present)
     Correctional Ideologies: The Pendulum Swings
     Sentencing
     Appellate Review
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Jails And Detention Facilities
     Probation
     Intermediate Sanctions
     Imprisonment
     State And Local Prison Systems
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Federal System
     Private Sector Systems
     Custody Functions
     Management And Treatment Functions
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Female Offenders
     Male Offenders
     Juvenile Offenders
     Special Category Offenders
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Inmate And Ex-Offender Rights
     The Death Penalty–The Ultimate Right
     Parole And Reentry
     The Futures Of Corrections

Research Methods In Corrections (COR-527)

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
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Survey Research: Interviews And Telephone Surveys
     Participant Observation And Case Studies
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Unobtrusive Measures, Secondary Analysis, And The Uses Of Official Statistics
     Validity, Reliability, And Triangulated Strategies
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Scaling And Index Construction
     Policy Analysis And Evaluation Research

Special Topics In Corrections (COR-576)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Crime And Justice In America
     The Substantive Criminal Law
     The Law Of Criminal Procedure And The Rights Of The Criminally Accused
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Nature And Distribution Of Crime And Its Victims
     Police Operations
     Issues And Trends In Policing
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Dynamics Of The Criminal Court
     Pretrial Procedures: Bail, Pretrial Hearings, And Plea Bargaining
     The Criminal Trial
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Sentencing, Appeals, And The Death Penalty
     Jails And Detention
     Nbsp; Correctional Institutions
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Nbsp; Probation, Parole, And Community Corrections
     Nbsp; Juvenile Justice
     Drugs, Crime, And The Criminal Justice System

Introduction To Probation And Parole (COR-668)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Probation And Parole In Criminal Justice
     Juvenile Court And Juvenile Justice
     Juvenile Probation, Institutions, And Aftercare
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Probation And The Courts: History And Administration
     Sentencing And The Presentence Investigation (Psi)
     American Prisons And Community-Based Corrections
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Parole And The Indeterminate Sentence
     Parole Administration And Services
     Rehabilitation: Theory And Practice
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Probation And Parole Officers
     Probation And Parole Supervision
     Special Problems And Programs In Probation And Parole
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Intermediate Punishments
     Probation And Parole In The Twenty-First Century

Introduction To Corrections (COR-765)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Early Punishments
     The Penitentiary And The 1800s
     Twentieth-Century Corrections Systems
     Ideologies And Sentencing
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Jails
     State And Federal Prisons
     Management And Custody
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Corrections Policies And Issues
     Male And Female Prisoners
     Prison Life
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Special Needs Prisoners
     Prisoners’ Rights
     Rehabilitation
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Parole And Release From Prison
     Probation And Community Corrections
     Contrasting Philosophies: American And International Corrections Today