Course Title: Careers in Criminal Justice WVEIS Code 1039

21st Century Standards Profile

Public Safety

Course Title: Careers in Criminal Justice WVEIS Code 1039

Student’s Name______

School______Instructor______

Course Description: This area of study is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed in the Criminal Justice field. Students will utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts. Students will study various requirements for employability in the criminal justice field including ethics, teamwork, and professionalism. Students will prepare for and participate in mock job interviews. Preparation includes construction of a portfolio that can be utilized in obtaining employment upon completion of the student’s program. The course may place the students in community sites that are part of various criminal justice agencies (such as county and local law enforcement, county judicial offices, social services, etc.) for hands-on or work-based experiences. Teachers should provide each student with real world learning opportunities and instruction related to criminal justice occupations. Students are encouraged to become active members of the student organization, Skills USA. The West Virginia Standards for 21st Century Learning include the following components: 21st Century Content Standards and 21st Century Learning Skills and Technology Tools. All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives.

Level of Competence:

· Above Mastery: The student demonstrates exceptional and exemplary performance with distinctive and sophisticated application of knowledge and skills that exceed standard. The student can independently solve problems and is self-directed.

· Mastery: The student demonstrates competent and proficient performance and shows a thorough and effective application of knowledge and skills that meet standard. Application of knowledge and skills is thorough and effective and the student can work independently.

· Partial Mastery: The student demonstrates basic but inconsistent performance of fundamental knowledge and skills characterized by errors and/or omissions. Performance needs further development and supervision.

Content Standards and Objectives / Above Mastery / Mastery / Partial Mastery / Date / Comments
Standard 1: Career Interest Survey
Objectives / The student will
HS.O.CCJ.1.1 / create a list of short term and long-term career/life goals.
HS.O.CCJ.1.2 / prepare a personal budget to estimate required salary.
HS.O.CCJ.1.3 / determine current and future work trends in the criminal justice field.
HS.O.CCJ.1.4 / assess areas of potential criminal justice career interests including compensation levels.
HS.O.CCJ.1.5 / explore post-secondary education opportunities in the criminal justice field.
Standard 2: Requirements for Employment in Criminal Justice
HS.O.ILE.2.1 / determine the educational requirements for careers in various criminal justice fields.
HS.O.ILE.2.2 / assess the role of background checks in criminal justice employment decisions.
HS.O.ILE.2.3 / discover the minimum physical requirements for various criminal justice fields.
HS.O.ILE.2.4 / document the on-the-job training requirements for various federal agencies in various criminal justice fields.
HS.O.ILE.2.5 / articulate the medical requirements for various criminal justice fields.
HS.O.ILE.2.6 / assess the use of psychological examinations in criminal justice pre-employment screening.
HS.O.ILE.2.7 / illustrate the role of polygraph testing in criminal justice pre-employment screening.
Standard 3: Professional Teamwork
HS.O.CCJ.3.1 / demonstrate professional conduct.
HS.O.CCJ.3.2 / illustrate ethical and social issues in the criminal justice workplace.
HS.O.CCJ.3.3 / assess the factors that exemplify highly effective teams in the criminal justice workplace.
HS.O.CCJ.3.4 / demonstrate honesty and integrity.
Standard 4: Communication
HS.O.CCJ.4.1 / assess the role of communication in the criminal justice profession.
HS.O.CCJ.4.2 / determine the effectiveness of various forms of communication (including non-verbal communication) in various settings.
HS.O.CCJ.4.3 / overcome various barriers to communication.
HS.O.CCJ.4.4 / introduce themselves and others properly.
HS.O.CCJ.4.5 / demonstrate the ability to speak clearly and effectively.
HS.O.CCJ.4.6 / execute proper telephone protocol (including message taking).
HS.O.CCJ.4.7 / use correct grammar and vocabulary in written and oral communications.
HS.O.CCJ.4.8 / demonstrate proper protocol when communicating with a dispatcher.
Standard 5: Problems Solving and Critical Thinking Skills
HS.O.IC.5.1 / demonstrate techniques for managing conflict between people.
HS.O.IC.5.2 / utilize techniques to reduce anger in others.
HS.O.IC.5.3 / articulate elements of passive, aggressive, and assertive behavior.
HS.O.IC.5.4 / determine predictable factors that signal potential conflict.
HS.O.IC.5.5 / demonstrate techniques of observation.
HS.O.IC.5.6 / assess how officers use perception and intuition to read their environment.
Standard 6: Inter-Relationships
HS.S.CCJ.6.1 / develop a positive attitude.
HS.S.CCJ.6.2 / demonstrate positive relationships with co-workers and supervisors.
HS.S.CCJ.6.3 / display initiative in completing job duties.
HS.S.CCJ.6.4 / show the ability to adapt to changes in job responsibilities.
HS.S.CCJ.6.5 / explore the role of diversity in the workplace.
HS.S.CCJ.6.6 / utilize self-control when working with co-workers, clients, and supervisors.
HS.S.CCJ.6.7 / use non-adversarial strategies to address conflict.
Standard 7: Leadership
HS.S.CCJ.7.1 / assess the role of leadership the criminal justice field.
HS.S.CCJ.7.2 / assume a leadership role when assigned such responsibility.
HS.S.CCJ.7.3 / demonstrate the ability to promote involvement of team members.
HS.S.CCJ.7.4 / delegate responsibility to others and maintain accountability for results.
HS.S.CCJ.7.5 / employ negotiation skills.
Standard 10: Job-Readiness Skills
HS.O.CCJ.8.1 / examine the steps of the job search process.
HS.O.CCJ.8.2 / develop an employment portfolio.
HS.O.CCJ.8.3 / prepare a resume and application cover letter.
HS.O.CCJ.8.4 / complete a job application.
HS.O.CCJ.8.5 / prepare references for background checks.
HS.O.CCJ.8.6 / explore sources of employment opportunities in the criminal justice field.
HS.O.CCJ.8.7 / participate effectively in a mock job interview.
HS.O.CCJ.8.8 / examine the importance of following the chain of command on the job.
HS.O.CCJ.8.9 / assess the importance of punctuality and dependability on the job.
HS.O.CCJ.8.10 / explore the consequences sexual harassment to all parties involved.
Standard 10: Work-Based Assignments and Placements
HS.O.CCJ.9.1 / follow directions effectively.
HS.O.CCJ.9.2 / display appropriate personal grooming habits.
HS.O.CCJ.9.3 / demonstrate punctuality and consistent attendance.
HS.O.CCJ.9.4 / work independently without direct supervision.
HS.O.CCJ.9.5 / stay with an assigned task until it is successfully completed.
HS.O.CCJ.9.6 / employ time management principles successfully.
HS.O.CCJ.9.7 / dress appropriately for each placement.
HS.O.CCJ.9.8 / demonstrate professional confidentiality standards.
HS.O.CCJ.9.9 / execute all school processes and procedures required for placement.
HS.O.CCJ.9.10 / complete typewritten reports summarizing weekly activity.
HS.O.CCJ.9.11 / present to the instructor and class experiences from job placement.
Standard 10: Participating in the Student Organization
HS.O.CCJ.10.1 / execute the purposes and goals of the student/professional organization.
HS.O.CCJ.10.2 / outline the benefits and responsibilities of participation in student/professional/civic organization as an adult.
HS.O.CCJ.10.3 / demonstrate leadership skills through participation in student/professional/civic organization activities such as meetings, programs, and projects.