An overview of the U.S. criminal justice system which provides a basic understanding of both the theoretical and practical aspects of, as well as the interrelationship between, law enforcement, the courts, and corrections. Topics include: criminal law; types of and measurement of crime; the conflict between crime control and due process; police history, development, organization and training; state and federal court systems; history and role of corrections; and a brief overview of the juvenile justice system.
An introduction to and overview of the field of sociology. Gives students a basic working knowledge of the major institutions present in American society and their relationship to power, conflict, and social change.
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Criminal Justice majors take courses in psychology, sociology, criminal and procedural law, policing, corrections, and political science.
Human Services majors take courses in psychology, interviewing techniques, community organizing, cultural diversity, and a required internship in a related field.
Psychology majors take courses in sociology, statistics, research methods, and human development as well as a variety of psychology courses.
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Someone who has a strong desire to help others, and has or is willing to develop strong oral and written communication skills, good listening skills, and the ability to work with a wide range of diverse populations. Career research is essential – although there are many entry-level jobs available with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, an advanced degree may be required for more applied psychology positions.
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The following are available from the CGCC Library, located in the Main Building. Loans are 30 days.
Criminal Justice Professionals: A Practical Career Guide by
Criminal Justice Professionals: A Practical Career Guide includes interviews with professionals in a field that has proven to be a stable, lucrative, and growing profession
Substance Abuse Counselors: A Practical Career Guide by
Substance Abuse Counselors: A Practical Career Guide will help you determine if this is the right career for you and what skills and educational background you need to succeed in this field, and it includes interviews with substance abuse counselors currently working in the field
A survey of the history, philosophy, and development of human services in the United States. Topics include theoretical approaches to meeting human needs, target populations, careers in human services, and the service delivery system, with particular emphasis on Columbia and Greene counties. This course serves as an introduction to the Human Services curriculum and prepares students for continuation in the program.
An overview of the scientific discipline of psychology, including some of the methods and basic concepts of the field and major aspects of human behavior, such as emotion, learning, conditioning, motivation, personality, and development.
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An overview of the scientific discipline of psychology, including some of the methods and basic concepts of the field and major aspects of human behavior, such as emotion, learning, conditioning, motivation, personality, and development.
Explore the full list of psychology courses in the college catalog here.