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Describe criminal justice diversion.

Discuss probation and the services that are associated with it.

Discuss parole and its effectiveness.

Discuss the difference between probation and parole.

Ethics

Evaluate regulations regarding Title VII, ADA, human diversity, Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), and sexual harassment.

Summarize regulations that prohibit sexual contact between officers and inmates and between inmates and outline the penalties for violating sexual contact rules.

Analyze ethical and professional responsibilities of correctional staff.

Health and Safety

Perform CPR and first aid standards in accordance with American Heart Association or American Red Cross standards.

Apply concepts of mental health awareness and other behavioral health issues.

Formulate plans for suicide prevention, substance abuse prevention, and intervention within a correctional facility.

Explain the procedures for managing special needs inmates and the use of restrictive housing.

Forensic Science and Crime Scene Investigation

Foundational Standards

Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining equipment; utilizing materials and protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces.

Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.

Explore the range of careers available in the field, investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.

Demonstrate digital literacy by using digital and electronic tools appropriately, safely, and ethically.

Participate in a Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.

Train for appropriate physical fitness and agility tests.

Demonstrate knowledge of defensive tactics and proper application of the use of force continuum in relevant situations.

Introduction to Forensic Science

Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to describe the role of forensic science and evidence collection from historical cases in the criminal justice system.

Apprise the different types of forensic science laboratories and professional organizations.

Apply concepts of the scientific method to forensic science and to crime scene investigations.

Physical Evidence

Classify physical evidence based on how it is produced.

Plan and carry out an investigation to determine the value of physical and trace evidence.

Use models for the evaluation of handwriting and document evidence.

Construct explanations from collections of evidence, using various pathological and anthropological techniques.

Develop and use mathematical models to estimate height from bone length.

Distinguish between admissible and inadmissible scientific and technical evidence supplied by expert witnesses in criminal cases.

Crime Scene Procedures, Techniques, and Analysis

Explain the differences between processing and analyzing evidence.