- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
- Time Months
- Cost Paid
Criminology
Issued by
Pearson Accelerated Pathways
The course objective is to introduce students to the study of crime and criminal behavior as well as to theories of crime causation. It reviews different types of crime and examines crime control policy. Topics include patterns of crime; theories of criminology; biological & psychological theories of criminal behavior; social structure and process; social development and conflict; crimes against perssons & property; drug abuse and crime; other types of crime; and social policy and the future.
- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
- Time Months
- Cost Paid
Earning Criteria
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The methods of assessment include quizzes and examination with a minimum passing score of 70 percent.
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The method of instruction is audio visual materials and computer based training.
Standards
This course is offered in collaboration with Pearson's regionally accredited college and university partners and meets higher education accreditation requirements.