Victimology (CJS 307)
Issued by
Penn Foster
The course objective is to look to how criminal justice has responded to the heightened interest of society paying more attention to the victims of crime in the last few decades; present the laws designed to support victims, including but not limited to, programs and services; examine the growing Victim Rights Movement; and explore a range of kinds of victimization, its origins, and consider what segments of society have been most vulnerable to certain crimes.
- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
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Skills
Earning Criteria
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The methods of assessment include quizzes, examinations, written papers, and a comprehensive final exam with a minimum passing score of 70 percent.
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The methods of instruction include practical exercises, discussion, textbook, and a digital study guide. The general course topics include definition and scope; addressing the impact of victimization; traditional crimes and domestic violence; and special victims.