Criminal Justice

Metropolitan College

  • Special Topics in Criminal Justice

    MET CJ 510

    Topic for summer 2025: Mental Health & Justice Policy. The intersection of mental health and criminal justice systems has become a major contemporary issue in our society. This course explores the history of mental health policy as situated within the criminal justice system. Both historical and contemporary impacts of justice policy are addressed with an understanding that justice involvement of individuals with mental health concerns has negative impacts on them, the justice system, and society. The course also examines treatment and policy issues within the domains of policing, courts, corrections, and community reentry. Topics such as mental health law, the impact of mass incarceration on mental health, and contemporary prevention strategies are addressed. Ethical issues in the delivery of forensic mental health services are also explored. Students gain valuable understanding of these important areas through case studies, site visits, guest speakers, and other active learning activities. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260

    Summer 1 (May 20-June 27)

    A1 (IND) Tues./Thurs. 6-9:30 pm Add & Drop Dates
    Course Start DateTuesday, May 20, 2025
    Last day to addTuesday, May 27, 2025
    Last day to drop without "W" gradeTuesday, May 27, 2025
    Last day to drop with "W" gradeThursday, June 12, 2025
    Course End DateFriday, June 27, 2025
    Location: FLR 123      ... Open Seats
    James Matesanz
    Topic: Mental Health & Justice Policy

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