CSPS 123: Juvenile Justice, Intervention, and Diversion Program Strategies

Subject
Community Service and Public Safety
Credits 5 Lecture Hours 50
Quarter Offered
Fall,
Spring
Instructional Mode
Web-enhanced
This course covers strategies for working with juveniles in the justice system, focusing on youth diversion programming and related strategies, intervention, and support services. Students will learn about trauma-informed care and motivational interviewing to engage effectively with youth in crisis. Includes an introduction to common specialized laws and exploration of judicial issues relating to minors.
Outcomes
  • Understand specialized laws related to juveniles in the justice system.
  • Apply intervention and diversion strategies for juvenile offenders.
  • Write objective reports for juvenile cases, meeting legal and ethical standards.
  • Demonstrate trauma-informed care when working with youth in crisis.
  • Identify support services available for at-risk youth.
Prerequisites
Distribution
Professional Education
Campus
South
Area of Study
Career Education