Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security
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Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security
Learn the foundations of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security:
• Describe the history, origins, and sources of law in the United States.
• Explain the roles and functions of court systems and procedures in criminal courts.
• Describe the trial process in criminal proceedings.
• Explain the role and responsibilities of public law enforcement agencies, fire
protection services, first responder services, and private security in public safety.
• Identify the roles and functions of the correctional system, parole, and probation.
• Identify the differences between jails and prisons.
• Describe the legal and ethical responsibilities of professionals in law enforcement
and the impact of the Bill of Rights and the Constitution on law enforcement.
• Describe safe and healthy working conditions in a law enforcement and security environment.
• Describe the history, origins, and sources of law in the United States.
• Explain the roles and functions of court systems and procedures in criminal courts.
• Describe the trial process in criminal proceedings.
• Explain the role and responsibilities of public law enforcement agencies, fire
protection services, first responder services, and private security in public safety.
• Identify the roles and functions of the correctional system, parole, and probation.
• Identify the differences between jails and prisons.
• Describe the legal and ethical responsibilities of professionals in law enforcement
and the impact of the Bill of Rights and the Constitution on law enforcement.
• Describe safe and healthy working conditions in a law enforcement and security environment.
Prepare for a career in Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security with these skills:
- Explain effective communication and math skills.
• Explain positive work ethics. - Describe teamwork skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Identify career-related skills such as job acquisition skills, lifelong learning strategies,
and career advancement skills.
• Describe the proper use of job-specific technologies and the Internet.
• Use word processing software and spreadsheet programs.
