Grade 15 - Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
Careers in Criminal Justice (Credit: 0.50)Do you want to help prevent crime and maintain order in society? The
criminal justice system may be a good career option. The criminal
justice system offers a wide range of career opportunities, from
law enforcement to forensic scientists to lawyers and judges. In this
course, students will explore different areas of the criminal justice
system, including the trial process, the juvenile justice system, and
the correctional system. Careers in each field will be explored and
students will learn more about the expectations and training required
for various career options in the criminal justice field.
Prerequisites: Geometry
Criminal Investigation (Credit: 1.00)Students examine the process of identifying and arresting
criminal suspects, types of crimes and offenses, and preparing
for court. They study the history of criminal investigation
and explore the relationship between investigation and the
courtroom process by examining case studies.
Introduction to Criminal Justice (Credit: 1.00)Students explore law enforcement, the courts, and correctional systems. They study what crime is, how crime is measured, and theories of crime causation. They also examine issues and challenges within the criminal justice system and its future directions.
Introduction to Homeland Security (Credit: 1.00)This course is provides an overview of the elements involved in the homeland security function, as well as the challenges managers in government and industry can face while maintaining mission operations and staff accountability in the midst of multiple overlapping roles and responsibilities. The key functions of threat prevention, asset protection, crisis response,, and operations recovery are addressed from a variety of perspectives.
Introduction to Law (Credit: 1.00)Students receive an overview of substantive and procedural areas of law and legal practice. They explore the legal profession, courts, ethics, source of law, and alternative dispute resolution systems, and they analyze and application of law to factual circumstances.
Introduction to the Paralegal Profession (Credit: 1.00)The student will explore the role of paralegals in the legal
system, paralegal skills, legal working environments, ethical
considerations, and career opportunities. The student is
introduced to the sources of law, an overview of courts, and
alternative dispute resolution systems.
Law & Order: Introduction to Legal Studies (Credit: 1.00)Every society has laws that its citizens must follow. From traffic laws to regulations on how the government operates, laws help provide society with order and structure. Our lives are guided and regulated by our society's legal expectations. Consumer laws help protect us from faulty goods; criminal laws help to protect society from individuals who harm others; and family law handles the arrangements and issues that arise in areas like divorce and child custody. This course focuses on the creation and application of laws in various areas of society. By understanding the workings of our court system, as well as how laws are actually carried out, we become more informed and responsible citizens in our communities and of our nation.
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