LAJ 401 - Ethics, Diversity, and Conflict in Criminal Justice

Description:
Introduce students to a multi-cultural approach to practical legal ethics within the criminal justice system. The course covers law enforcement, corrections, and Alternative Dispute Resolution. LAJ 300 is a recommended. By permission.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: Completion of the Basic Skills in the General Education requirements or DTA.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Understand ethical theories how to apply them in police and corrections work.
Apply ethical rules to a wide variety of situations likely to occur in practical work settings.
View criminal justice from the point of view of diverse cultures; and learn methods of performing criminal justice job tasks in a culturally responsive manner.
Through exposure to theory and practical techniques, develop skills in managing and resolving conflict.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
2/3/2000