Graduate Diploma in Juvenile Justice

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Program Overview

  • Duration

    6 Months (Self-Paced) Program

    Can be done in 6 months

  • Total Courses

    05

  • Total Credit Hours

    30

The Juvenile Justice program is dedicated to addressing the unique challenges associated with youth in the criminal justice system. Students study juvenile law, intervention strategies, and rehabilitation techniques. Graduates are prepared for roles in juvenile probation, youth advocacy, and community-based organizations working to support at-risk youth.

FOUNDATIONS OF CRIMINAL LAW AND JUSTICE SYSTEMS:

The College of Criminal Justice begins with a comprehensive exploration of criminal law and justice systems. Students acquire a deep understanding of legal principles, criminology, and law enforcement practices. This foundational knowledge equips them with the skills necessary to navigate the complex world of criminal justice.


PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:

Beyond the classroom, our College of Criminal Justice places a strong emphasis on practical experience and community engagement. Students have opportunities to intern with law enforcement agencies, participate in mock trials, and engage with local communities. These experiences not only enhance their practical skills but also provide valuable insights into the criminal justice field.


GLOBAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE ISSUES AND CROSS-BORDER COLLABORATIONS:

The College of Criminal Justice at Ohio City University is committed to addressing global criminal justice issues and fostering cross-border collaborations. Our curriculum explores international perspectives on crime and justice and encourages students to engage in collaborative research and initiatives with organizations worldwide. This global perspective equips students to tackle complex challenges in the realm of criminal justice.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

Item Cost
Estimated Fee $6,450
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $6,450
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At University Of North Carolina, we stand firmly behind the intersection of affordability and opportunity. Our unwavering dedication to accessible education means that exceptional learning experiences need not be accompanied by exorbitant costs. We swing wide open the doors to knowledge, presenting students with the opportunity to flourish, unburdened by the weight of excessive tuition fees, and empowering them for a brighter, more promising future.

Our Eligibility Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree, or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

30

Course Duration

6 Months (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

05

Research In Criminal Justice (JUJ-035)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Criminal Justice Research Methods: Theory And Method  
     Ethics In Criminal Justice Research       
     Research Design: The Experimental Model And Its Variations  
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     An Introduction To Alternative Data-Gathering Strategies And The Special Case Of Uniform Crime Reports  
     Sampling And Survey Research: Questionnaires            
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Survey Research: Interviews And Telephone Surveys  
     Participant Observation And Case Studies  
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Unobtrusive Measures, Secondary Analysis, And The Uses Of Official Statistics         
     Validity, Reliability, And Triangulated Strategies  
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Scaling And Index Construction  
     Policy Analysis And Evaluation Research  

Introduction To Juvenile Justice (JUJ-267)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     An Introduction To Juvenile Justice
     History Of Juvenile Justice
     Causes Of Delinquency
     Juvenile Gangs
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Abused And Neglected Juveniles
     Police And Juveniles
     Juvenile Courts
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Juvenile Court Procedures
     Juvenile Case Law
     Transfers And Waivers
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Juvenile Probation
     Juvenile Parole
     Group Home Programs
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Shock Incarceration
     The Future Of Juvenile Courts
     Directions For Change

Introduction To Juvenile Delinquency (JUJ-653)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Adolescence And Delinquency
     The Measurement And Nature Of Delinquency
     Individual Causes Of Delinquency
     Social Structural Causes Of Delinquency
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Social Process Theories Of Delinquency
     Social Interactionist Theories Of Delinquency
     Gender And Delinquency
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Family And Delinquency
     The School And Delinquency
     Gangs And Delinquency
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Drugs And Delinquency
     Prevention, Diversion, And Treatment
     The Juvenile Justice Process
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Police And The Juvenile
     The Juvenile Court
     Juvenile Corrections

Current Issues In Juvenile Justice (JUJ-790)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     An Introduction To Juvenile Justice
     History Of Juvenile Justice
     Causes Of Delinquency
     Juvenile Gangs
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Abused And Neglected Juveniles
     Police And Juveniles
     Juvenile Courts
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Juvenile Court Procedures
     Juvenile Case Law
     Transfers And Waivers
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Juvenile Probation
     Juvenile Parole
     Group Home Programs
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Shock Incarceration
     The Future Of Juvenile Courts
     Directions For Change

Juvenile Justice In America (JUJ-855)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Juvenile Justice: An Overview
     The Measurement Of Juvenile Crime And Victimization
     Causes Of Juvenile Crime
     The Police
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Juvenile Court
     Juvenile Trial And Disposition
     Juveniles In Adult Court
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Juvenile Probation
     Community-Based Programs
     Juvenile Institutionalization And Aftercare
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Treatment Technologies
     Juvenile Gangs
     Drugs And Youthful Offending
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Gender, Race/Ethnicity, And Class
     International Juvenile Justice
     Juvenile Justice In The Twenty-First Century

Our Commitment to Your Success

At University Of North Carolina, we are wholeheartedly committed to providing our valued students with an all-encompassing educational experience that extends far beyond the classroom. Our institution takes immense pride in the comprehensive services we offer to empower our students to thrive in their academic journeys and beyond. With a focus on not just supreme learning but also career enhancement and job placement opportunities, we ensure that our students are well-prepared to excel in the competitive global job market.