CRJ 201 - Juvenile Delinquency

AA Approved

STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
3 credit(s)

A comprehensive and balanced treatment of juvenile justice that traces history, development, and current practices of the system that deals with juvenile behavior, its control and treatment. Concentration is on processes that make the juvenile justice system work, people involved in the system, and programs aimed at meeting the needs of children in trouble.

Course Learning Outcomes

Explain the historical development of the juvenile justice system as well as current and future trends.
Demonstrate an understanding of theories of delinquency causation and explain the significance of delinquency within society.
Identify the roles of law enforcement, courts, and corrections and their interactions with juvenile offenders including prevention and treatment programs.