CCOG for CJA 266 Fall 2025
- Course Number:
- CJA 266
- Course Title:
- Intro to Probation & Parole
- Credit Hours:
- 3
- Lecture Hours:
- 30
- Lecture/Lab Hours:
- 0
- Lab Hours:
- 0
Course Description
Introduces evidence-based practices in community corrections. Examines the practice of assessment, risk prediction and risk management for individuals on probation and parole. Introduces both a theoretical understanding and practice of tools used in needs-based reentry and case management of criminal offenders. Examines the typology of specialized offenders. Explores cultural sensitivity issues within corrections staff. Prerequisites: CJA 113. Audit available.
Intended Outcomes for the course
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:
- Use evidence-based practices to assess, predict, and manage risks for individuals on probation and parole.
- Use behavioral and cognitive tools to help offenders on parole and post-prison supervision reenter the community successfully.
- Identify the typology of specialized offenders.
- Describe the role cultural sensitivity plays in corrections staff duties.
Course Activities and Design
- Reading the assigned textbook chapters;
- Watching instructor lectures or reviewing instructor slides/notes/announcements/pinned posts on the assigned chapters;
- Watching assigned videos or reading assigned linked articles (varies by Week)
- Participating in weekly Discussions
- Completing any additional Homework Assignments
- Completing Quizzes
- Writing a final paper
Outcome Assessment Strategies
- Completing assignments designed to integrate course materials into personal & community issues concerning practice of risk assessment, risk prediction and risk management for individuals on probation and parole.
- Attendance at, or participation in lectures, workshops, or other community or campus events related .
- Assessments consisting of objective and/or essay questions that require integration, application, and critical examination of course concepts