Criminal Justice
Metropolitan College
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Special Topics in Criminal Justice
MET CJ 510
Topics vary. For detailed summer course descriptions, please visit https://www.bu.edu/summer/courses/criminal-justice/. 4 cr. Tuition: $3380
Summer 1 (May 19-June 26)
A1 (IND) Tues./Thurs. 6-9:30 pm Add & Drop DatesCourse Start Date Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Last day to add Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Last day to drop without "W" grade Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Last day to drop with "W" grade Thursday, June 11, 2026 Course End Date Friday, June 26, 2026 Location: FLR 121 ... Open SeatsJames MatesanzTopic: Mental Health & Justice Policy
Special Topics in Criminal Justice: MET CJ 510
Section A1 - Topic: 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.