Introduction to Corrections

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. In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics: Ideologies and sentencing. Jails. State and federal prisons. In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics: Management and custody. Corrections policies and issues. Male and female prisoners. In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics: Prison life. Special needs prisoners. Prisoners and rsquo; rights. In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics: Rehabilitation. Parole and release from prison. Probation and community corrections. Contrasting philosophies: american and international corrections today.