CJ 249 Careers in Criminal Justice: A Gendered Perspective (3)
The general theme of this course is the evolution and development of the criminal justice profession. Historical changes, present-day issues, and future directions for criminal justice professions will be discussed. Special emphasis on women and men working within the field and considerations of diversity, job availability, professionalism, and work related challenges will be thoroughly explored. In addition, the course critically examines various topics ranging from the macro-level occupational structures and the interdependent relationships within the profession to the micro-level social processes of professional socialization. Prerequisites: CJ113, Introduction to Criminal Justice; SO111, Introduction to Sociology
