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Police Foundations - Durham College Penology, also referred to as "corrections,' as an academic endeavor, involves the study of the theory and practice of the management of penal, and related institutions, like rehabilitation centers, and criminal rehabilitation and reintegration into society. As a practice, penology chiefly involves the management, supervision, and care of paroled, remanded, and/or sentenced adults and/or youth, particularly within correctional, penal, or rehabilitation institutions, as well as performing related duties as required. In essence, corrections, in partnership with other agencies and organizations of the criminal justice system, focuses on protecting the public from offenders while simultaneously assisting offenders to rehabilitate and re-integrate into society. Durham College's 1-year Penology and Youth Certificate is a career oriented program designed to provide students with a diverse range of knowledge, 'skills and abilities' that will 'expand their opportunities for employment' in corrections and related areas of the criminal justice system. The Program has two primary objectives. Firstly, the Program aims to provide participants 'with the skills that are required of Federal and Provincial corrections officers' through an in-depth study of penology/corrections. Secondly, the Program provides learners with content concentrating on young offenders in order to equip students with 'with applied skills in areas of group homes, treatment facilities and other employers using care management and behaviour modification programs.' The Program has been designed through consultations between the College and its 'community agency partners in federal and provincial corrections' thus ensuring that what students learn and the skills they are acquire are current and relevant to the needs of employers in the field. Graduates of the Program can pursue employment, career advancement, and/or educational opportunities in various areas of corrections or related areas of the criminal justice system, such as law enforcement or security. Career-wise, graduates may be employed in such places as boot camps, correctional, detention, or treatment centres, jails, provincial or federal correctional facilities, various levels of custody at federal facilities, and young offenders secure custody facilities. Graduates may also find employment in community-based initiatives like community resource centres, group or halfway houses, privately funded facilities, and social services agencies. Students should be aware, however, that, because of the nature of the work, many employers in this field might be reluctant to hire individuals with a criminal record. To be eligible for admission into the Program, applicants must either have a 'college diploma or university degree' in a related field or related and relevant work experience. Applicants may also be required to complete a questionnaire, submit a resume, and/or undergo an Orientation session and/or interview. Applicants with relevant 'post-secondary credits may be considered for advance standing on an individual basis.' Upon acceptance to the Program, unless they have already done so, students must undergo a Criminal Records Check and obtain certification in Basic Level "C" Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Standard Level St. John Ambulance First Aid, or equivalent.
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