Correctional Training Institute (CTI)
Description of Program
The Department of Correction has joined with Indiana State University (ISU) to offer state employees additional training and development. Through the Correctional Training Institute, state employees are given the opportunity to take Criminology 210 and Criminology 298 for a total of 6 credit hours.
Course Descriptions
CRIM 210:INTRODUCTION TO CORRECTIONS (3 hours). An introduction to the field of corrections and a survey of the philosophies and practices relevant to processing the convicted offender through the several methods developed to change the offender from a law-violating person to a law-conforming person. Prerequisite: 3 hours of criminology or consent of instructor.
CRIM 298:PRACTICUM IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE (3 hours). Planned program of visitation of selected criminal justice agencies representing the major components of the system, along with classroom discussion, including guest speakers.
Application Process
Non-degree seeking admission applications are completed during the training sessions and sent to ISU through the Correctional Training Institute. The admission and registration process can take up to 6 months; please give ISU time to process your application before requesting a transcript.
ISU transcripts may be acquired through the ISU Office of Registration and Records.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
J. Tyler Burns
Distance Education Coordinator
Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Phone: 812 237 3039
Email: jburns7@indstate.edu