Child Abuse and the Criminal Justice System

General

Prefix

CJS

Course Number

446

Course Level

Undergraduate

Department/Unit(s)

College/School

College of Health and Wellness Professions

Description

A survey of the response to physical and sexual child abuse by the criminal justice system, including the law, law enforcement prosecution, courts and corrections.

Prerequisites

Credits

Min

3

Max

3

Repeatable

No

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

No

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Describe and analyze the issues and trends within the Criminal Justice and Social Welfare Systems regarding child abuse.

Outcome

Describe and analyze the Minnesota State Statues regarding child physical and sexual abuse and child maltreatment.

Outcome

Describe and analyze the assessment, investigation, and intervention processes of sexually exploited children within the criminal justice system.