Upon completion of this certificate the student will be able to:

• Evaluate the functions of the Criminal Justice systems including the organizational aspects as they relate to the interrelationships of the executive, judicial, and legislative branches.
• Assess the criminal behavior theories and distinguish between biological, psychological, and sociological approaches.
• Distinguish between criminal law and civil law including the aspects of procedural law, substantive law, punishment philosophies, and constitutional issues.
• Evaluate the roles of the police, prosecution, courts, and corrections including the functions and interrelationships.
• Determine the magnitude and application of legal issues regarding criminal profiling and its application in law enforcement.

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