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CJS 202 Core Concepts: Evidence-Based Practices in Corrections 1

This course will introduce students to the history, practice and theory of Evidence-based Practice in the field of corrections/criminal justice. Students will explore the principles of effective intervention through highly interactive activities and discussion. Students will discuss and identify personal goals to enhance professional effectiveness.

Special information

Note: Must be taken concurrently with CJS 303 AND CJS 304 AND HSER 346. Instructor permission required from the Evidence Based Practices (EBP) in Corrections Certificate Program Coordinator.
1 Undergraduate credit

Effective August 15, 2022 to present

Learning outcomes

General

  • Articulate the principles of effective intervention and supporting empirical theory.
  • Describe the supportive relationship between various EBP interventions and practices.
  • Identify how personal beliefs and attitudes impact professional effectiveness.
  • Identify personal goals to enhance professional effectiveness
  • Display an understanding of the progression of correctional EBP through an historical and empirical lens.

Spring 2025

Section Title Instructor books eservices
50 Core Concepts: Evidence-Based Practices in Corrections 1 Oni, Adesola Schaefer Loer, Jennifer Books for CJS-202-50 Spring 2025 Course details for CJS-202-50 Spring 2025