This course offers an introductory overview of the corrections system, including current institutional practices, policies, and legal issues. It explores the relationship between corrections and the broader criminal justice system, while also examining the theories that underpin correctional practice and the roles of various correctional institutions.
Topics include the historical evolution of crime and punishment, sentencing practices, the function of jails and prisons, correctional agencies and policies, prison life, and the unique challenges faced by correctional populations. The course also addresses the treatment of offenders across various correctional settings and includes a critical analysis of wrongful convictions in Canada, focusing on procedural errors, systemic flaws, and reform mandates.
Professor & Behaviour Analyst
Prof. Nicole Porter specializes in threat/risk analysis, profiling, behavioural analysis and training. Nicole is also an expert in the field of violence assessment, bullying, security management, workplace harassment and offender management. She has more than nine years of Graduate level training and is known as a specialist in rehabilitation counseling. Her extensive education includes training and certification in criminology, forensic science, forensic practice, psychological profiling, violence, risk assessment services and psychosocial rehabilitation counseling. Nicole has consulted with investigative firms and has profiled for National News corporations about criminal matters. Nicole is also a leading Behaviour Analyst and Professor in the field. Throughout her career, she has also been responsible for developing, implementing and facilitating Ontario College courses in both Law Enforcement and Protection, Security & Investigation. She has facilitated and presented a variety of educational and training seminars to various high schools, Colleges, & Universities and holds various professional memberships. To contact Nicole Porter, either visit the company website: https://www.naporterandassociates.ca OR email Nicole directly at: naporterandassociates@gmail.com
