The Criminal Justice System

If you want to become a probation officer – and you have at least a Level 5 Higher Education award but haven't covered the four knowledge entry requirements from the Professional Qualification in Probation (PQiP) – then this is the course for you.

On this Criminal Justice System Knowledge Entry Module, you'll critically evaluate the idea of a joined up criminal justice system, and the place of the National Probation Service, and Community Rehabilitation Companies. You'll explore theoretical models, which are useful to understand trends and changes to the criminal justice system, and learn about the pros and cons of multi-agency working.

You'll learn in your own time, at your own pace, and after successful completion of the four Knowledge Modules, you'll be entered into the University of Portsmouth Community Justice Learning Gateway Assessment Service (GAS) for verification of your achievements to the National Offender Management Service.

On this short course, you'll:

• experience learning in a cohort of students
• use written learning materials
• receive online peer and tutor support
• access e-books and journals

You'll be assessed through assignments that you submit online including two artefacts per module.

You will have access to:

• A unit coordinator to access support and guidance when you need it
• An interactive reading list, ensuring speedy delivery of reading material
• A growing library of relevant e-books and e-journals in criminology and community justice
• Free dispatch of books and offprints of journal articles when they're are not available online
• A students’ card for the duration of the course
• A transcript of studies and a University Certificate

You'll learn through our Virtual Learning environment, where you'll have access to all the materials you need and direct contact with tutors.

Registration is available at any point in the calendar year, to one or more modules, and you'll study to fit your own pace, and assignments submitted online when you want.

These course modules are provided for those who have a Level 5 or above Higher Education award, but haven't covered all four of the knowledge entry requirements demanded by the 15 month fast-track Professional Qualification in Probation (PQiP) programme.

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