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Corrections Certificate

Purpose

These programs are designed for those who desire to upgrade skills in their occupational speciality or to acquire a certificate prior to a degree after high school.

Admission Requirements

Students who meet the admission requirements to the College are eligible for enrollment into the program. Students are expected to be proficient in basic English, mathematics and reading. Appropriate developmental courses are available for those who need to improve proficiency in these areas.

In addition to general requirements for admission to the College, applicants are advised that virtually all criminal justice agencies set physical and behavioral standards and investigate the moral character of all applicants.

Program Requirements

The Certificate in Corrections includes basic courses in writing skills, social sciences and first aid or emergency skills as well as specialized courses in Administration of Justice. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be awarded a Certificate in Corrections. At least 50 percent of the required courses must be Dabney S. Lancaster Community College course credits. Students must achieve an overall 2.0 GPA ("C" average) in all applicable courses.

Courses

Occupational Related

Course Code
Course Name
Credit Hours
ADJ 100 Survey of Criminal Justice
3
ADJ 140 Introduction to Corrections
3
ADJ 145 Corrections in the Community
3
ADJ 146 Adult Correctional Facilities
3
ADJ 147 Local Adult Detention Facilities
3
ADJ 241 Correctional Law
3
ADJ 246 Correctional Counseling
3
EEE *** Career Elective
3
Total
24

General Education

Course Code
Course Name
Credit Hours
ENG *** English Requirement
(ENG 100, 101 or 111)
3
SOC *** Social Science Elective
3
HLT 106 First Aid and Safety
2
Total
8

Minimum Hours for Certificate: 32

 

Recommended Electives

Course Code
Course Name
Credit Hours
ADJ 236 Principles of Criminal Investigation
3
ADJ 245 Management of Correctional Facilities
3
ADJ 248 Probation, Parole and Treatment
3
 
 

It is the policy of Dabney S. Lancaster Community College to promote equal opportunity in educational programs and activities, admissions and employment, without regard to race, creed, gender, national origin, disability or any other non-merit factor. For concerns or information requests pertaining to students, contact the Director of Student Services and Research (540/863-2850). For matters related to employment, contact the Human Resources Officer (540/863-2808).