CJS-2045 Juvenile Just and School Resources
This course examines patterns of delinquent behavior among youth. The definition and measurement of delinquency, influence of kinship, educational, and other institutions on delinquency, social class and sub cultural influences on delinquency, identification and processing of delinquents by official control agencies. Additionally, the course will study the problem of school violence and analyze the correlation and impact of the media, community, and family upon such violence. Identification and intervention approaches to working with out-of-control behaviors will be explored.
Prerequisite
Complete CJS-1001 with a minimum grade of D-.