Criminal Justice II (15051-II)
Copyright: 2019
Virginia Assignment Code: 8703
Suggested Grade Level: 11, 12
Duration: 36 weeks
Hours: 280
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: 8702
CTSO: SkillsUSA
Course Description:
Students apply knowledge learned in Criminal Justice I through practical scenarios involving crime scene investigation, criminal investigation, and crisis intervention. Students explore trends in in correctional standards and in identifying and preventing terror threats. This course prepares students for careers as lawyers, forensics specialists, and law enforcement and corrections officers. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.
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